The old trade war that brought foreign carmakers to the U.S.
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The 1980s Auto Industry: Tariffs, Trade, and Japanese Imports
This chapter explores the dynamics between U.S. auto manufacturers and Japanese imports during the 1980s, focusing on Reagan's free trade policies and the tensions that arose. It also examines the negotiations that allowed Japanese companies to establish production in the U.S. for continued market access.
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