Mercedes-Benz suspends East London operations
‘Little doubt’ that the US’s 25% tariff decision on imported cars has influenced the situation in SA
30 June 2025 - 05:00
Mercedes-Benz SA (MBSA) has suspended vehicle manufacturing operations at its East London assembly plant until the end of July.
While the company says “planned operational shutdowns” are not unusual, there is little doubt that April’s imposition by the US of a 25% tariff on imported cars has contributed to the decision...
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