Tariffs have opened the door for potential Kentucky production of the new RAV4, which was originally slated for import from Canada and Japan
Tariffs may cause Toyota to rethink its import-heavy strategy for the new RAV4, potentially leading to continued production in Kentucky, according to a Reuters report. To avoid potential tariff costs on its redesigned RAV4, Toyota is reportedly considering maintaining production in Kentucky, despite initial plans to import solely from Canada and Japan, Reuters sources claim.
A shift in production plans for Toyota’s popular RAV4 is reportedly underway due to tariffs, with the company now considering building the next model in Kentucky in addition to original import locations, Reuters reports.
Facing potential tariffs, Toyota is allegedly reconsidering its strategy for the upcoming RAV4, potentially keeping production in Kentucky rather than solely relying on imports from Canada and Japan, according to unnamed sources cited by Reuters.
Reuters reports that Toyota is weighing a change in its production strategy for the next RAV4, potentially continuing Kentucky manufacturing to offset tariff costs on vehicles initially slated for import from Canada and Japan.
