Deeper auto ties between Canada, China carry risks

From left, Automotive News Canada Toronto Bureau Chief moderates a panel discussion about Chinese automotive with experts Joe McCabe, CEO at U.S.-based AutoForecast Solutions, Philippe Rheault, director, The China Institute at the University of Alberta, and Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association President Flavio Volpe. — From left, Automotive News Canada Toronto Bureau Chief David Kennedy moderates a discussion about China with Joe McCabe, CEO at U.S.-based AutoForecast Solutions, Philippe Rheault, director of the China Institute at the University of Alberta, and Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association President Flavio Volpe. (PAWELEC PHOTO INC.)

February 14, 2025 06:32 PM

Deepening trade ties with China could help future-proof Canada’s auto industry amid growing tensions with the United States, but opening the Canadian market to electric vehicle companies from China should be handled with caution.

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