NICHOLAS COUTSOS

Preparation of recommendations for the United States government (USG) regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA), potential imposition of tariffs, and related issues regarding USG trade policies potential impact on U.S. auto industry. Engagement and coordination with other industry stakeholders regarding the same. Engagement and advocacy in connection with USTR and U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) biennial USMCA reviews/reports. Engagement with targeted Senate offices regarding AAPC priorities for upcoming 2026 Joint Review of USMCA by Administration and counterparts from Canada and Mexico. Advocate various branches of Administration for duty-free treatment of USMCA-compliant vehicles and automotive parts under Section 232 automotive tariffs and Section 232 tariffs on steel & aluminum derivative products including, without limitation, preparing and submitting comments in response to relevant Federal Register Notices on implementation of existing Section 232 tariffs, as well as pending Section 232 investigations. Monitor and engage on Administration negotiations/developments on the EU, Japan, and S. Korea reciprocal trade agreements with the United States. Engagement and coordination with USTR, NHTSA, and State Dept. officials on the continued acceptance of FMVSS-certified vehicle exports in Colombia and Argentina. Continue to monitor the Korea-U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Advocated issues to raise for KORUS Automotive Working Group meeting between the U.S. and South Korea. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO), the Public Authority for Industry of the State of Kuwait (PAI) and UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), Bahrain Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MoIC), Oman Directorate General for Standards and Metrology (DGSM) and Qatar General Organization for Standards and Metrology. Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in all markets especially in China, Chile, Colombia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Brazil, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Egypt, Malaysia, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Philippines, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Jordan, Laos, Thailand, Algeria and Vietnam, Uruguay. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. autonomous vehicle (AV) and electric vehicle (EV) standards priorities at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) related meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU member states, China, Korea, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with USTR and Commerce-ITA officials on passage and implementation of the EU End-of-Life Vehicle Directive/Regulation. AAPC participated at the APEC Auto Dialogue 42 meeting in South Korea, which included coordination with USG officials at Commerce-ITA on engagement at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC). Development of AAPC report of the economic contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Preparation of recommendations for the United States government (USG) regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA), potential imposition of tariffs, and related issues regarding USG trade policies potential impact on U.S. auto industry. Engagement and coordination with other industry stakeholders regarding the same. Engagement and advocacy in connection with USTR and U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) biennial USMCA reviews/reports. Advocate for the exemption of USMCA compliant vehicles and automotive parts to Section 232 automotive tariffs. Monitor the implementation of Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum (and their derivatives), as well as other reciprocal tariffs. Submitted comments on the FRN to the Request for Comments on Section 232 National Security Investigation of Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Derivative Products and the FRN to the Request for Comments on Section 232 National Security Investigation of Imports of Semiconductors and Semiconductor Manufacturing. Engagement and coordination with USTR, NHTSA, and State Dept. officials on the continued acceptance of FMVSS-certified vehicle exports in Colombia and Argentina. Coordinate with other associations and auto industry stakeholders on advocacy efforts in connection with Dept. of Commerce anti-dumping/countervailing duty investigation on imported aluminum extrusions from China, Columbia, Ecuador, India, Indonesia, Italy, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Vietnam, and UAE. Continue to monitor the Korea-U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Advocated issues to raise for KORUS Automotive Working Group meeting between the U.S. and South Korea. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO), the Public Authority for Industry of the State of Kuwait (PAI) and UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), Bahrain Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MoIC), Oman Directorate General for Standards and Metrology (DGSM) and Qatar General Organization for Standards and Metrology. Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Preparation of comments and related advocacy in response to Commerce-ITA proposed rulemaking on Secure Connected Vehicle Supply Chains from Foreign Adversary Threats. Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in all markets especially in China, Chile, Colombia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Brazil, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Egypt, Malaysia, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Philippines, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Jordan, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam, Uruguay. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engagement with the Australian government on Australian New Vehicle Efficiency Standard, and advocacy in coordination with officials from the U.S. Embassy in Australia and other USG officials at USTR, NHTSA, and Commerce-ITA. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. autonomous vehicle (AV) and electric vehicle (EV) standards priorities at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) related meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU member states, China, Korea, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with NHTSA officials on WP.29 regulatory developments in connection with new UNECE standard for event data recorders in heavy- and medium-duty trucks; submitted written comments to European Commission through WTO TBT Enquiry Point in connection with same. AAPC participated in a roundtable discussion with DOT Sec. Duffy in connection with DOTs May 29 Great American Road Trip Expo, for which AAPC also provided a staging area for member company vehicles displayed at the event. AAPC participated in a Commerce-ITA hosted virtual event for the ASEAN Automotive Products Working Group in connection with AAPC-USG joint efforts to maintain/expand acceptance of FMVSS-certified vehicle exports in ASEAN region. Collaboration with other U.S. industry associations in connection with East Coast/Gulf Coast port labor negotiations. AAPC participated at the APEC Auto Dialogue 41 meeting in South Korea, which included coordination with USG officials at Commerce-ITA on engagement at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC). Development of AAPC report of the economic contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Preparation of recommendations for the United States government (USG) regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA), potential imposition of tariffs by the next Administration, and related issues regarding USG trade policies potential impact on U.S. auto industry. Engagement and coordination with other industry stakeholders regarding the same. Engagement and advocacy in connection with USTR and U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) biennial USMCA reviews/reports. Advocate for the exemption of USMCA compliant vehicles and automotive parts to Section 232 automotive tariffs. Monitor the implementation of Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum (and their derivatives), as well as other reciprocal tariffs. Engagement and coordination with USTR, NHTSA, and State Dept. officials on the continued acceptance of FMVSS-certified vehicle exports in Colombia. Engagement with targeted U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives offices & committees on same. Coordinate with other associations and auto industry stakeholders on advocacy efforts in connection with Dept. of Commerce anti-dumping/countervailing duty investigation on imported aluminum extrusions from China, Columbia, Ecuador, India, Indonesia, Italy, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Vietnam, and UAE. Continue to monitor the Korea-U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Advocated issues to raise for KORUS Automotive Working Group meeting between the U.S. and South Korea. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO), the Public Authority for Industry of the State of Kuwait (PAI) and UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), Bahrain Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MoIC), Oman Directorate General for Standards and Metrology (DGSM) and Qatar General Organization for Standards and Metrology. Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Preparation of comments and related advocacy in response to Commerce-ITA proposed rulemaking on Secure Connected Vehicle Supply Chains from Foreign Adversary Threats. Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in all markets especially in China, Chile, Colombia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Brazil, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Egypt, Malaysia, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Philippines, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engagement with the Australian government on Australian New Vehicle Efficiency Standard, and advocacy in coordination with officials from the U.S. Embassy in Australia and other USG officials at USTR, NHTSA, and Commerce-ITA. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. autonomous vehicle (AV) and electric vehicle (EV) standards priorities at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) related meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU member states, China, Korea, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with NHTSA officials on WP.29 regulatory developments in connection with new UNECE standard for event data recorders in heavy- and medium-duty trucks; submitted written comments to European Commission through WTO TBT Enquiry Point in connection with same. AAPC participated in a Commerce-ITA hosted virtual event for the ASEAN Automotive Products Working Group in connection with AAPC-USG joint efforts to maintain/expand acceptance of FMVSS-certified vehicle exports in ASEAN region. Collaboration with other U.S. industry associations in connection with East Coast/Gulf Coast port labor negotiations. Development of AAPC report of the economic contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Preparation of recommendations for the United States government (USG) regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA), potential imposition of tariffs by the next Administration, and related issues regarding USG trade policies potential impact on U.S. auto industry. Engagement and coordination with other industry stakeholders regarding the same. Engagement and advocacy in connection with USTR and U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) biennial USMCA reviews/reports. Engagement and coordination with USTR, NHTSA, and State Dept. officials on the continued acceptance of FMVSS-certified vehicle exports in Colombia. Engagement with targeted U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives offices & committees on same. Coordinate with other associations and auto industry stakeholders on advocacy efforts in connection with Dept. of Commerce anti-dumping/countervailing duty investigation on imported aluminum extrusions from China, Columbia, Ecuador, India, Indonesia, Italy, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Vietnam, and UAE. Continue to monitor the Korea-U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Advocated issues to raise for KORUS Automotive Working Group meeting between the U.S. and South Korea. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO), the Public Authority for Industry of the State of Kuwait (PAI) and UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), Bahrain Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MoIC), Oman Directorate General for Standards and Metrology (DGSM) and Qatar General Organization for Standards and Metrology. Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Preparation of comments and related advocacy in response to Commerce-ITA proposed rulemaking on Secure Connected Vehicle Supply Chains from Foreign Adversary Threats. Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in all markets especially in China, Chile, Colombia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Brazil, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Egypt, Malaysia, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Philippines, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engagement with the Australian government on Australian New Vehicle Efficiency Standard, and advocacy in coordination with officials from the U.S. Embassy in Australia and other USG officials at USTR, NHTSA, and Commerce-ITA. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. autonomous vehicle (AV) and electric vehicle (EV) standards priorities at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) related meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU member states, China, Korea, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with regulatory and industry officials on a tire issue at the Transport Events Vehicle Regulations Working Party on Noise and Tyres (GRBP) at WP.29. Engage with NHTSA officials on WP.29 regulatory developments in connection with new UNECE standard for event data recorders in heavy- and medium-duty trucks; submitted written comments to European Commission through WTO TBT Enquiry Point in connection with same. AAPC participated in a Commerce-ITA hosted virtual event for the ASEAN Automotive Products Working Group in connection with AAPC-USG joint efforts to maintain/expand acceptance of FMVSS-certified vehicle exports in ASEAN region. Collaboration with other U.S. industry associations in connection with East Coast/Gulf Coast port labor negotiations. Development of AAPC report of the economic contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government (USG) with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including implementation of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCAs automotive rules of origin and USMCA auto parts definition expansion. Engagement and coordination with other industry stakeholders regarding the same. Engagement and advocacy in connection with USTR biennial USMCA review. Engagement and coordination with USG officials on the continued acceptance of FMVSS-certified vehicle exports in Colombia. Coordinate with other associations and auto industry stakeholders on advocacy efforts in connection with Dept. of Commerce anti-dumping/countervailing duty investigation on imported aluminum extrusions from China, Columbia, Ecuador, India, Indonesia, Italy, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Vietnam, and UAE. Continue to monitor the Korea-U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Engagement with Commerce Dept. officials, House, and Senate staff regarding implementation of the CHIPS Act of 2022 semiconductor incentive funding legislation. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO), the Public Authority for Industry of the State of Kuwait (PAI) and UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), Bahrain Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MoIC), Oman Directorate General for Standards and Metrology (DGSM) and Qatar General Organization for Standards and Metrology. Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in all markets especially in China, Chile, Colombia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Brazil, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Egypt, Malaysia, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Philippines, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engagement with the Australian government on Australian New Vehicle Efficiency Standard, and advocacy in coordination with officials from the U.S. Embassy in Australia and other USG officials at USTR, NHTSA, and Commerce-ITA. Engagement with USTR on Dominican Republic vehicle import issues and potential violation of CAFTA-DR rules of origin. Submission of written comments to Viet Nam through WTO TBT Enquiry point in connection with proposed revisions to Viet Nam National Technical Regulation on automotive safety. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. autonomous vehicle (AV) and electric vehicle (EV) standards priorities at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) related meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU member states, China, Korea, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with regulatory and industry officials on a tire issue at the Transport Events Vehicle Regulations Working Party on Noise and Tyres (GRBP) at WP.29. Engage with NHTSA officials on WP.29 regulatory developments in connection with new UNECE standard for event data recorders in heavy- and medium-duty trucks; submitted written comments to European Commission through WTO TBT Enquiry Point in connection with same. AAPC participated at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Auto Dialogue 40 meeting in Peru, which included coordination with USG officials at Commerce-ITA and NHTSA on automotive trade and regulatory harmonization issues in the APEC region. Participation in multi-association advocacy to NSC & NEC regarding U.S. digital trade policy. Joined multi-association advocacy efforts with USG officials on labor negotiations with Atlantic and Gulf Coast longshoremens union. Submitted written comments in response to USTR Federal Register Notice on Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity (APEP) Trade Track. Submitted written comments to the European Commission (EC) through WTO TBT Enquiry Point in response to EC WTO TBT notification on proposed EU End-of-Life Vehicle Regulation. Advocated with Italian Embassy on temporary closure of key automotive component facility in Italy. Develop a report of the economic contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government (USG) with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including implementation of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCAs automotive rules of origin and USMCA auto parts definition expansion. Engagement and coordination with other industry stakeholders regarding the same. Engagement and advocacy in connection with USTR biennial USMCA review. Engagement with Senate and U.S. House of Representatives offices on AAPC trade and other policy priorities. Engagement and coordination with USG officials in connection with advocacy efforts for the continued acceptance of FMVSS-certified vehicle exports in Colombia. Joint advocacy efforts with other associations in connection with House and Senate meetings on restoring deductibility of R&D expenses. Engagement with Commerce Dept. officials on possible revisions to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS). Coordinate with other associations and auto industry stakeholders on advocacy efforts in connection with Dept. of Commerce anti-dumping/countervailing duty investigation on imported aluminum extrusions from China, Columbia, Ecuador, India, Indonesia, Italy, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Vietnam, and UAE. Continue to monitor the Korea-U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Engagement with Commerce Dept. officials, House, and Senate staff regarding implementation of the CHIPS Act of 2022 semiconductor incentive funding legislation. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO), the Public Authority for Industry of the State of Kuwait (PAI) and UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), Bahrain Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MoIC), Oman Directorate General for Standards and Metrology (DGSM) and Qatar General Organization for Standards and Metrology. Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in all markets especially in China, Chile, Colombia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Brazil, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Egypt, Malaysia, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Philippines, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engaged the Australian government on Australian New Vehicle Efficiency Standard and brought this issue to the attention of U.S. Embassy in Australia and other USG officials at USTR, NHTSA, and Commerce-ITA. Engagement with USTR on Dominican Republic vehicle import issues and potential violation of CAFTA-DR rules of origin. Engage with officials from China and relevant USG officials on new Chinese standard for EV coolant standards. Engage with officials from Viet Nam and relevant USG officials regarding potential violations of the WTO TBT Agreement associated with Vietnams proposed revisions to its National Technical Regulation on automotive safety. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. autonomous vehicle (AV) and electric vehicle (EV) standards priorities at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) related meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU member states, China, Korea, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with regulatory and industry officials on a tire issue at the Transport Events Vehicle Regulations Working Party on Noise and Tyres (GRBP) at WP.29. Engage with NHTSA officials on WP.29 regulatory developments in connection with new UNECE standard for event data recorders in heavy- and medium-duty trucks. AAPC participated at the APEC Auto Dialogue 39 meeting in Peru, which included coordination with USG officials at Commerce-ITA on engagement at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and in planning efforts for the Auto Dialogue 40 meeting in Lima, Peru. Engagement with Dept. of Commerce-International Trade Administration officials on status of ongoing USG review of tariffs imposed under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974; prepared comments in connection with same in response to Request for Comments posted in a Federal Register Notice dated May 30, 2024, from USTR. Prepared and submitted comments in response to Dept. of Commerce-Bureau of Industry and Security ANPRM on potential development of U.S. policies to safeguard the ICTS supply chains for connected vehicles. Drafted and submitted comments in response to USTR Federal Register Notice dated March 7, 2024, on promoting resilient supply chains. Engagement with Dept. of Treasury officials regarding Chinese trade policies generally. Joined multi-association letter to NSC & NEC regarding U.S. digital trade policy. Coordinate with other associations in Congressional advocacy efforts to urge passage of the Miscellaneous Tariff Bill and tax legislation to restore immediate deductibility of R&D expenses. Engagement with EPA and USTR on EU and international standards on vehicle lifecycle assessments/carbon footprint regulations for EVs. Develop a report of the economic contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government (USG) with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including implementation of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCAs automotive rules of origin and USMCA auto parts definition expansion. Engagement and coordination with other industry stakeholders regarding the same. Engagement and advocacy in connection with USTR biennial USMCA review. Engagement with Senate and U.S. House of Representatives offices on AAPC trade and other policy priorities. Engagement and coordination with USG officials in connection with advocacy efforts for the continued acceptance of FMVSS-certified vehicle exports in Colombia. Joint advocacy efforts with other associations in connection with House and Senate meetings on restoring deductibility of R&D expenses. Engagement with Commerce Dept. officials on possible revisions to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS). Coordinate with other associations and auto industry stakeholders on advocacy efforts in connection with Dept. of Commerce anti-dumping/countervailing duty investigations. Continue to monitor the Korea-U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Engagement with Commerce Dept. officials, House, and Senate staff regarding implementation of the CHIPS Act of 2022 semiconductor incentive funding legislation. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO), the Public Authority for Industry of the State of Kuwait (PAI) and UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), Bahrain Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MoIC), Oman Directorate General for Standards and Metrology (DGSM) and Qatar General Organization for Standards and Metrology. Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in all markets especially in China, Chile, Colombia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Brazil, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Egypt, Malaysia, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Philippines, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. autonomous vehicle (AV) and electric vehicle (EV) standards priorities at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) related meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU member states, China, Korea, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with regulatory and industry officials on a tire issue at the Transport Events Vehicle Regulations Working Party on Noise and Tyres (GRBP) at WP.29. Engage with NHTSA officials on WP.29 work on testing requirements for thermal propagation in EV batteries. Coordinate with USG on engagement at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and assist in planning efforts for upcoming APEC Auto Dialogue 39 meeting in Peru; participation at same. Engagement with Dept. of Commerce-International Trade Administration officials on status of ongoing USG review of tariffs imposed under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. Coordinate with other associations in Congressional advocacy efforts to urge passage of the Miscellaneous Tariff Bill and tax legislation to restore immediate deductibility of R&D expenses. Coordinate with other associations in advocacy efforts with the House Energy & Commerce Committee regarding the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair (REPAIR) Act requirements. Engagement with EPA and USTR on EU and international standards on vehicle lifecycle assessments/carbon footprint regulations for EVs. Engage with the U.S. Department of Energy on their Petroleum Equivalency Factor (PEF) incorporated in NHTSAs proposed Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards. Engagement with NHTSA in connection with Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for new CAFE standards. Engagement with EPA officials on emissions rules and testing protocols for heavy- and medium-duty trucks. Develop a report of the economic contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government (USG) with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including implementation of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCAs automotive rules of origin and USMCA auto parts definition expansion. Engagement and coordination with other industry stakeholders regarding the same. Engagement with USG officials on commercial vehicle and railway closures at Mexican border impacting N. American automotive supply chain. Engagement with USG officials regarding ongoing shortage of railcars for the transport of vehicles assembled in Mexico to the U.S. and Canada. Engagement and coordination with USG officials in connection with advocacy efforts for the continued acceptance of FMVSS-certified vehicle exports in Colombia. Coordinate with other associations in Congressional advocacy efforts on anti-dumping/countervailing duty legislation. Engagement and advocacy with USG officials on EPA proposal on importing goods with fluorinated GHGs. Engagement with U.S. EU Embassy officials on key domestic automotive trade priorities for Europe. Participation and advocacy with U.S. government officials on automotive trade priorities for upcoming Indo-Pacific Economic Framework discussions. Continue to monitor the Korea-U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the U.S., Japan, EU, and UK. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU and UK. Engagement with Commerce Dept. officials, House and Senate staff regarding implementation of the CHIPS Act of 2022 semiconductor incentive funding legislation. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO), the Public Authority for Industry of the State of Kuwait (PAI) and UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in all markets especially in China, Chile, Colombia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Brazil, Kuwait, Qatar, Egypt, Malaysia, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Philippines, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. autonomous vehicle (AV) and electric vehicle (EV) standards priorities at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) related meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU member states, China, Korea, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with regulatory and industry officials on a tire issue at the Transport Events Vehicle Regulations Working Party on Noise and Tyres (GRBP) at WP.29. Coordinate with USG on engagement at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and assist in planning efforts for the U.S.-hosted APEC Auto Dialogue 38 virtual meeting; participation at same. Engagement with Dept. of Commerce-International Trade Administration officials on status of ongoing USG review of tariffs imposed under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. Coordinate with other associations in Congressional advocacy efforts to urge passage of the Miscellaneous Tariff Bill and tax legislation to restore immediate deductibility of R&D expenses. Coordinate with other associations in advocacy efforts with the House Energy & Commerce Committee regarding the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair (REPAIR) Act requirements. Engagement with EPA and USTR on EU and international standards on vehicle lifecycle assessments/carbon footprint regulations for EVs. Engage with the U.S. Department of Energy on their Petroleum Equivalency Factor (PEF) incorporated in NHTSAs proposed Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards. Engagement with NHTSA in connection with Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for new CAFE standards. Develop a report of the economic contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including implementation of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCAs automotive rules of origin and USMCA auto parts definition expansion. Engagement and coordination with other industry stakeholders regarding same. Engagement with USG officials on commercial vehicle and railway closures at Mexican border impacting N. American automotive supply chain. Engagement with USG officials regarding ongoing shortage of railcars for the transport of vehicles assembled in Mexico to the U.S. and Canada. Engagement and coordination with USG officials in connection with advocacy efforts for the continued acceptance of FMVSS-certified vehicle exports in Colombia. Coordinate with other associations in Congressional advocacy efforts on anti-dumping/countervailing duty legislation. Engagement and advocacy with USG officials on EPA proposal on importing goods with fluorinated GHGs. Engagement with U.S. EU Embassy officials on key domestic automotive trade priorities for Europe. Participation and advocacy with U.S. government officials on automotive trade priorities for upcoming Indo-Pacific Economic Framework discussions. Continue to monitor the Korea-U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the U.S., Japan, EU, and UK. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU and UK. Engagement with Commerce Dept. officials, House and Senate staff regarding implementation of the CHIPS Act of 2022 semiconductor incentive funding legislation. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO), the Public Authority for Industry of the State of Kuwait (PAI) and UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in all markets especially in China, Chile, Colombia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Brazil, Kuwait, Qatar, Egypt, Malaysia, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Philippines, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. autonomous vehicle (AV) and electric vehicle (EV) standards priorities at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) related meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU member states, China, Korea, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with regulatory and industry officials on a tire issue at the Transport Events Vehicle Regulations Working Party on Noise and Tyres (GRBP) at WP.29. Coordinate with U.S. government officials on engagement at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and help coordinate efforts for the upcoming U.S.-hosted APEC Auto Dialogue 38 virtual meeting in October. Engagement with EPA and USTR on lifecycle assessments/carbon footprint regulations for EVs. Engage with the U.S. Department of Energy on their Petroleum Equivalency Factor (PEF) which was incorporated in the NHTSA Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standard. Develop a report of the economic contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including implementation of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCAs automotive rules of origin. Engagement and coordination with other industry stakeholders regarding same. Engagement with USG officials on potential semiconductor and automotive supply chain bottlenecks due to supplier/sub-supplier shortages of key components. Engagement with USG officials regarding ongoing shortage of railcars for the transport of vehicles assembled in Mexico to the U.S. and Canada. Engagement and coordination with USG officials in connection with advocacy efforts for the continued acceptance of FMVSS-certified vehicle exports in Colombia. Engagement with U.S. Senate staff on a potential amendment to FY2021 National Defense Authorization Act effectively banning the use of certain imported semiconductors by U.S. government contractors. Coordinate with other associations in Congressional advocacy efforts on amending U.S. tax code amendments to allow full/accelerated deductibility of R&D investments. Engagement with U.S. EU Embassy officials on key domestic automotive trade priorities for Europe. Participation and advocacy with U.S. government officials on automotive trade priorities for upcoming Indo-Pacific Economic Framework discussions. Continue to monitor the Korea-U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the U.S., Japan, EU, and UK. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU and UK. Advocate with Administration officials and House & Senate offices for a resolution to the severe shortage of semiconductors needed for automotive applications; coordinate with similarly situated U.S. auto groups in connection with same. Engage with House and Senate staff regarding implementation of the CHIPS Act of 2022 semiconductor incentive funding legislation. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO), the Public Authority for Industry of the State of Kuwait (PAI) and UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in all markets especially in China, Chile, Colombia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Brazil, Kuwait, Qatar, Egypt, Malaysia, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Philippines, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU member states, China, Korea, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with regulatory and industry officials on a tire issue at the Transport Events Vehicle Regulations Working Party on Noise and Tyres (GRBP) at WP.29. Coordinate with U.S. government officials on engagement at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and helped coordinate efforts for and participated at the U.S.-hosted APEC Auto Dialogue 37 in May in Detroit. Engage with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on proposed phasedown/restrictions on the use of hydrofluorocarbons under the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act and the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) Program. Develop small reports of the economic contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including implementation of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCAs automotive rules of origin. Engagement and coordination with other industry stakeholders regarding same. Engagement with USG officials on potential semiconductor and automotive supply chain bottlenecks due to supplier/sub-supplier shortages of key components. Engagement with U.S. Senate staff on a potential amendment to FY2021 National Defense Authorization Act effectively banning the use of certain imported semiconductors by U.S. government contractors. Coordinate with other associations in Congressional advocacy efforts on amending U.S. tax code amendments to allow full/accelerated deductibility of R&D investments. Engagement with U.S. EU Embassy officials on key domestic automotive trade priorities for Europe. Participation and advocacy with U.S. government officials on automotive trade priorities for upcoming Indo-Pacific Economic Framework discussions. Continue to monitor the Korea-U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the U.S., Japan, EU, and UK. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU and UK. Advocate with Administration officials and House & Senate offices for a resolution to the severe shortage of semiconductors needed for automotive applications; coordinate with similarly situated U.S. auto groups in connection with same. Engage with House and Senate staff regarding implementation of the CHIPS Act of 2022 semiconductor incentive funding legislation. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO), the Public Authority for Industry of the State of Kuwait (PAI) and UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in all markets especially in China, Chile, Colombia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Brazil, Kuwait, Egypt, Malaysia, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Philippines, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU member states, China, Korea, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with regulatory and industry officials on a tire issue at the Transport Events Vehicle Regulations Working Party on Noise and Tyres (GRBP) at WP.29. Coordinate with U.S. government officials on engagement at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and help coordinate efforts for U.S.-hosted APEC Auto Dialogue 37 in May 2023. Engage with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on proposed phasedown/restrictions on the use of hydrofluorocarbons under the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act and the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) Program Develop small reports of the economic contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including implementation of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCAs automotive rules of origin. Engagement and coordination with other industry stakeholders regarding same. Engagement with USG officials on potential semiconductor and automotive supply chain bottlenecks due to supplier/sub-supplier shortages of key components. Engagement with U.S. Senate staff on a potential amendment to FY2021 National Defense Authorization Act effectively banning the use of certain imported semiconductors by U.S. government contractors. Coordinate with other associations in Congressional advocacy efforts on amending U.S. tax code amendments to allow full/accelerated deductibility of R&D investments. Engagement with U.S. EU Embassy officials on key domestic automotive trade priorities for Europe. Participation and advocacy with U.S. government officials on automotive trade priorities for upcoming Indo-Pacific Economic Framework discussions. Continue to monitor the Korea-U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the U.S., Japan, EU, and UK. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU and UK. Advocate with Administration officials and House & Senate offices for a resolution to the severe shortage of semiconductors needed for automotive applications; coordinate with similarly situated U.S. auto groups in connection with same. Engage with House and Senate staff regarding implementation of the CHIPS Act of 2022 semiconductor incentive funding legislation. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in all markets especially in China, Chile, Colombia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Brazil, Egypt, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Philippines, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU member states, China, Korea, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Coordinate with U.S. government officials on engagement at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and begin planning efforts for U.S.-hosted APEC Auto Dialogue 37 in May 2023. Develop small reports of the economic contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including implementation of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCAs automotive rules of origin. Engagement and coordination with other industry stakeholders regarding same. Engagement with USG officials on potential semiconductor and automotive supply chain bottlenecks due to supplier/sub-supplier shortages of key components. Continue to monitor the Korea-U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the U.S., Japan, EU, and UK. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU and UK. Advocate with Administration officials and House & Senate offices for a resolution to the severe shortage of semiconductors needed for automotive applications; coordinate with similarly situated U.S. auto groups in connection with same. Engage with House and Senate staff regarding implementation of the CHIPS Act of 2022 semiconductor incentive funding legislation. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in all markets especially in China, Chile, Colombia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Brazil, Egypt, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Philippines, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU member states, China, Korea, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Work with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the and auto industry, on engagement with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and plan for and participated in the APEC Auto Dialogue 36. Develop small reports of the economic contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including implementation of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCAs automotive rules of origin. Engagement and coordination with other industry stakeholders regarding same. Engagement with USG officials on semiconductor and automotive supply chain bottlenecks in China (due to COVID-related lockdowns) and Japan (due to impacts of March earthquake in northeastern Japan). Continue to monitor the Korea-U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the U.S., Japan, EU, and UK. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU and UK. Advocate with Administration officials and House & Senate offices for a resolution to the severe shortage of semiconductors needed for automotive applications; coordinate with similarly situated U.S. auto groups in connection with same. Advocate with House and Senate staff regarding CHIPS Act semiconductor incentive funding legislation included in the Senate USICA and the House COMPETES bills. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in all markets especially in China, Chile, Colombia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Brazil, Egypt, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Philippines, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU member states, China, Korea, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Work with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the and auto industry, on engagement with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and plan for and participated in the APEC Auto Dialogue 35. Develop small reports of the economic contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including implementation of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCAs automotive rules of origin. Engagement and coordination with other industry stakeholders regarding same. Engagement with USG officials on semiconductor and automotive supply chain bottlenecks in China (due to COVID-related lockdowns) and Japan (due to impacts of March earthquake in northeastern Japan). Continue to monitor the Korea-U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the U.S., Japan, EU, and UK. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU and UK. Continue to monitor the effects of the tariffs implemented from the Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Advocate with Administration officials and House & Senate offices for a resolution to the severe shortage of semiconductors needed for automotive applications; coordinate with similarly situated U.S. auto groups in connection with same. Advocate with House and Senate staff regarding CHIPS Act semiconductor incentive funding legislation. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for adjustment to the Iraq Certificate of Registration program. Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in all markets especially in China, Chile, Colombia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Brazil, Egypt, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Philippines, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU member states, China, India, Korea, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Work with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the and auto industry, on engagement with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and plan for APEC Auto Dialogue 35. Develop small reports of the economic contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including implementation of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCAs automotive rules of origin. Engagement and coordination with other industry stakeholders regarding same. Engagement with USG officials on COVID-19 related semiconductor plant restrictions and limited operations in Taiwan, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, and Malaysia and the impact on U.S. auto production. Continue to monitor the Korea-U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the U.S., Japan, EU, and UK. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU and UK. Continue to monitor the effects of the tariffs implemented from the Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Advocate with Administration officials and House & Senate offices for a resolution to the severe shortage of semiconductors needed for automotive applications; coordinate with similarly situated U.S. auto groups in connection with same. Advocate with House and Senate staff regarding CHIPS Act semiconductor incentive funding legislation. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for adjustment to the Iraq Certificate of Registration program. Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in all markets especially in China, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Brazil, Egypt, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Philippines, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU member states, China, India, Korea, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Worked with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the and auto industry, on engagement with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and participation in the 2021 APEC Auto Dialogue. Develop small reports of the economic contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including implementation of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCAs automotive rules of origin. Engagement and coordination with USMCA Coalition and other industry stakeholders regarding same. Engagement with USG officials on COVID-19 related semiconductor plant restrictions and limited operations in Taiwan, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, and Malaysia and the impact on U.S. auto production. Continue to monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the U.S., Japan, Brazil, EU, UK, and Kenya. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU and UK. Continue to monitor the effects of the tariffs implemented from the Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Advocate with Administration officials and House & Senate offices for a resolution to the severe shortage of semiconductors needed for automotive applications; coordinate with similarly situated U.S. auto groups in connection with same. Advocate with House and Senate staff regarding CHIPS Act semiconductor incentive funding legislation. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for adjustment to the Iraq Certificate of Registration program. Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in China, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Brazil, Egypt, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU, China, India, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Worked with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the and auto industry, on engagement with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) in preparation for the 2021 APEC Auto Dialogue. Develop small reports of the economic contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including implementation of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCAs automotive rules of origin. Engagement and coordination with USMCA Coalition and other industry stakeholders regarding same. Engagement with USG officials on COVID-19 related auto plant restrictions in Mexico Engagement with USG officials on COVID-19 related semiconductor plant restrictions in Taiwan and Malaysia and the impact on U.S. auto production. Continue to monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the U.S., Japan, Brazil, EU, UK, and Kenya. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU and UK. Continue to monitor the effects of the tariffs implemented from the Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and encourage the Administration to come to a resolution on these tariffs. Engage on the Section 232 autos investigation through the Driving American Jobs coalition and other advocacy efforts. Advocate Administration officials and House & Senate offices for a resolution to the severe shortage of semiconductors needed for automotive applications; coordinate with similarly situated U.S. auto groups in connection with same. Advocate House and Senate staff regarding CHIPS Act semiconductor incentive funding legislation. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for adjustment to the Iraq Certificate of Registration program. Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in China, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Brazil, Egypt, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU, China, India, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Worked with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the and auto industry, on engagement with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) in preparation for the 2021 APEC Auto Dialogue. Develop small reports of the economic contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including implementation of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCAs automotive rules of origin. Engagement and coordination with USMCA Coalition and other industry stakeholders regarding same. Engagement with USG officials on COVID-related auto plant restrictions in Mexico. Continue to monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the U.S., Japan, Brazil, EU, UK, and Kenya. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU and UK. Continue to monitor the effects of the tariffs implemented from the Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and encourage the Administration to come to a resolution on these tariffs. Engage on the Section 232 autos investigation through the Driving American Jobs coalition and other advocacy efforts. Advocate Administration officials and House & Senate offices for a resolution to the severe shortage of semiconductors needed for automotive applications; coordinate with similarly-situated U.S. auto groups in connection with same. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for adjustment to the Iraq Certificate of Registration program. Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in China, Chile, Ecuador, Brazil, Egypt, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU, China, India, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Worked with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the and auto industry, on engagement with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) in preparation for the 2021 APEC Auto Dialogue. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including implementation of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCAs automotive rules of origin and a technical fix to the USMCA implementing acts treatment of CBPs Merchandise Processing Fee. Engage with House and Senate staffers regarding same for USMCA. Engagement and coordination with USMCA Coalition and other industry stakeholders regarding same. Engagement with US government officials on COVID-19-related auto plant restrictions in Mexico. Continue to monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the U.S., Japan, Brazil, EU, UK, and Kenya. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU and UK. Continue to monitor the effects of the tariffs implemented from the Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and encourage the Administration to come to a resolution on these tariffs. Engage on the Section 232 autos investigation through the Driving American Jobs coalition and other advocacy efforts. Advocate for a resolution to the severe shortage of semiconductors needed for automotive applications. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in China, Chile, Ecuador, Brazil, Egypt, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU, China, India, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with U.S. trade officials regarding Vietnam Decree 116 and Decree 17, as well as other automotive import policies in Southeast Asia. Worked with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the and auto industry, on engagement with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) in preparation for the 2021 APEC Auto Dialogue. Coordinate and collaborate with similarly-situated U.S. companies and associations to advocate House, Senate, and Administration officials for changes to - and a delay in the implementation of - Sec. 889(a)(1)(B) of the FY 2019 National Defense Authorization Act. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including the U.S. governments efforts to implement the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCA entry into force timelines. Engage with House and Senate staffers, regarding implementation timelines for USMCA. Engagement and coordination with USMCA Coalition and other industry stakeholders regarding same. Continue to monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the U.S., Japan, Brazil, EU, UK and Kenya. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU and UK. Continue to monitor the effects of the tariffs implemented from the Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and encourage the Administration to come to a resolution on these tariffs. Engage on the Section 232 autos investigation through the Driving American Jobs coalition and other advocacy efforts. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in China, Chile, Ecuador, Brazil, Egypt, Morocco, Mexico, Israel, Iraq, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU, China, India, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with U.S. trade officials regarding Vietnam Decree 116 and Decree 17, as well as other automotive import policies in Southeast Asia. Worked with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the Malaysian government and auto industry, on engagement with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) for the 2020 virtual APEC Auto Dialogue. Coordinate and collaborate with similarly-situated U.S. companies and associations to advocate House, Senate, and Administration officials for changes to - and a delay in the implementation of - Sec. 889(a)(1)(B) of the FY 2019 National Defense Authorization Act.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including the U.S. governments efforts to implement the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCA entry into force timelines. Engage with House and Senate staffers, regarding implementation timelines for USMCA. Engagement and coordination with USMCA Coalition and other industry stakeholders regarding same. Continue to monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the U.S., Japan, Brazil, EU, UK and Kenya. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU. Continue to monitor the effects of the tariffs implemented from the Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and encourage the Administration to come to a resolution on these tariffs. Engage on the Section 232 autos investigation through the Driving American Jobs coalition and other advocacy efforts. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in China, Ecuador, Brazil, Egypt, Morocco, Israel, Iraq, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU, China, India, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with U.S. trade officials regarding Vietnam Decree 116 and Decree 17, as well as other automotive import policies in Southeast Asia. Worked with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the Malaysian government and auto industry, on engagement with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) in preparation for the 2020 APEC Auto Dialogue. Coordinate and collaborate with similarly-situated U.S. companies and associations to advocate House, Senate, and Administration officials for changes to - and a delay in the implementation of - Sec. 889(a)(1)(B) of the FY 2019 National Defense Authorization Act. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including the U.S. governments efforts to implement the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and related issues regarding USMCA entry into force timelines. Engage with House and Senate staffers, regarding implementation timelines for USMCA. Engagement and coordination with USMCA Coalition and other industry stakeholders regarding same. Continue to monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the U.S., Japan, EU, UK and Kenya. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU. Continue to monitor the effects of the tariffs implemented from the Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and encourage the Administration to come to a resolution on these tariffs. Engage on the Section 232 autos investigation through the Driving American Jobs coalition and other advocacy efforts. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in China, Ecuador, Brazil, Egypt, Morocco, Israel, Iraq, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU, China, India, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with U.S. trade officials regarding Vietnam Decree 116 and other automotive import policies in Southeast Asia. Worked with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the Japanese government and auto industry, on engagement with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) in preparation for the 2020 APEC Auto Dialogue. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including the U.S. governments efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)/ United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA). Engage with House and Senate staffers, advocating for passage of USMCA. Engagement and coordination with USMCA Coalition regarding same. Continue to monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the US, Japan, EU, and the UK. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU. Continue to monitor the effects of the tariffs implemented from the Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and encourage the Administration to come to a resolution on these tariffs. Engage on the Section 232 autos investigation through the Driving American Jobs coalition and other advocacy efforts. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in China, Ecuador, Brazil, Egypt, Morocco, Israel, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU, China, India, Japan, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with U.S. trade officials regarding Vietnam Decree 116 and other automotive import policies in Southeast Asia. Worked with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the Japanese government and auto industry, on engagement with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) for the 2019 APEC Auto Dialogue. Engaged with officials from APEC member economies regarding acceptance of U.S. vehicle safety and environmental regulations and other barriers to trade in the APEC region, as well as guiding principles/guidelines for automated vehicle testing and regulation in the APEC region. Conducted U.S. auto standards workshops in Taiwan and Philippines for regulators in the APEC region. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including the U.S. governments efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)/ United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA). Engage with House and Senate staffers, advocating for passage of USMCA. Engagement and coordination with USMCA Coalition regarding same. Continue to monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers and concerns with fuel economy standards. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the US, Japan, EU, and the UK. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU. Continue to monitor the effects of the tariffs implemented from the Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and encourage the Administration to come to a resolution on these tariffs. Engage on the Section 232 autos investigation through the Driving American Jobs coalition and other advocacy efforts. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in China, Ecuador, Brazil, Egypt, Morocco, Israel, Tunisia, Ghana, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) meetings. Engage with regulatory and industry officials from EU, China, India, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with U.S. trade officials regarding Vietnam Decree 116 and other automotive import policies in Southeast Asia. Work with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the Japanese government and auto industry, on engagement with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) for the 2019 APEC Auto Dialogue. Engage with officials from APEC member economies regarding acceptance of U.S. vehicle safety and environmental regulations and other barriers to trade in the APEC region, as well as guiding principles/guidelines for automated vehicle testing and regulation in the APEC region. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including the U.S. governments efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)/ United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA). Engage with House and Senate staffers, advocating for passage of USMCA. Engagement and coordination with USMCA Coalition and Driving American Jobs coalition regarding same. Continue to monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the US, Japan, EU, and the UK. Prepared and submitted comments to USTR and ITC regarding proposed trade agreements with the EU and Japan. Advocate for the inclusion of an automotive chapter that addresses regulatory convergence and mutual recognition of auto standards in proposed trade agreement with EU. Continue to monitor the effects of the tariffs implemented from the Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and encourage the Administration to come to a resolution on these tariffs. Engage on the Section 232 autos investigation through the Driving American Jobs coalition and other advocacy efforts. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in China, Ecuador, Brazil, Egypt, Morocco, Israel, Tunisia, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at the UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) November meeting. Engaged with regulatory and industry officials from EU, China, India, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with U.S. trade officials regarding Vietnam Decree 116 and other automotive import policies in Southeast Asia. Worked with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the Japanese government and auto industry, on engagement with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) for the 2019 APEC Auto Dialogue. Engaged with officials from APEC member economies regarding acceptance of U.S. vehicle safety and environmental regulations and other barriers to trade in the APEC region, as well as guiding principles/guidelines for automated vehicle testing and regulation in the APEC region. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including the U.S. governments efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)/ United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA). Engage with House and Senate staffers, advocating for passage of USMCA. Engagement and coordination with USMCA Coalition and Driving American Jobs coalition regarding same. Monitor the ratification process of the updated U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement by the Administration and the Korean Government and the inclusion of currency disciplines within the agreement. Continue to monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the US, Japan, EU, and the UK. Prepared and submitted comments to USTR and ITC regarding proposed trade agreements with the EU and Japan. Continue to monitor the effects of the tariffs implemented from the Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and encourage the Administration to come to a resolution on these tariffs. Engage on the Section 232 autos investigation through the Driving American Jobs coalition and other advocacy efforts. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations and other automotive issues to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in China, Ecuador, Egypt, Morocco, Israel, Tunisia, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at the UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) November meeting. Engaged with regulatory and industry officials from EU, China, India, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with U.S. trade officials regarding Vietnam Decree 116 and other automotive import policies in Southeast Asia. Worked with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the Japanese government and auto industry, on engagement with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) for the 2019 APEC Auto Dialogue. Engaged with officials from APEC member economies regarding acceptance of U.S. vehicle safety and environmental regulations and other barriers to trade in the APEC region. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including the U.S. governments efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)/ United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA). Advocate for the inclusion of currency disciplines and for the recognition of safety and automotive standards within a proposed modernization of NAFTA and future U.S. free trade agreements. Question the need to seek major changes to the existing NAFTA automotive rule of origin. Monitor the ratification process of the updated U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement by the Administration and the Korean Government and the inclusion of currency disciplines within the agreement. Continue to monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the US, Japan, EU, and the UK. Prepared and submitted comments to USTR and ITC regarding proposed trade agreements with the EU and Japan. Continue to monitor the effects of the tariffs implemented from the Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and encourage the Administration to come to a resolution on these tariffs. Engage on the Section 232 autos investigation through the Driving American Jobs coalition and other advocacy efforts. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in China, Ecuador, Egypt, Morocco, Israel, Tunisia, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at the UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) November meeting. Engaged with regulatory and industry officials from EU, China, India, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with U.S. trade officials regarding Vietnam Decree 116 and other automotive import policies in Southeast Asia. Worked with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the Japanese government and auto industry, on engagement with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) for the 2018 APEC Auto Dialogue. Engaged with officials from APEC member economies regarding acceptance of U.S. vehicle safety and environmental regulations and other barriers to trade in the APEC region. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including the U.S. governments efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)/ United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA). Advocate for the inclusion of currency disciplines and for the recognition of safety and automotive standards within a proposed modernization of NAFTA and future U.S. free trade agreements. Question the need to seek major changes to the existing NAFTA automotive rule of origin. Monitor the ratification process of the updated U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement by the Administration and the Korean Government and the inclusion of currency disciplines within the agreement. Continue to monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers. Continue to monitor the trade negotiations between the US, Japan, EU, and the UK. Continue to monitor the effects of the tariffs implemented from the Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and encourage the Administration to come to a resolution on these tariffs. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in China, Ecuador, Egypt, Morocco, Israel, Tunisia, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with officials from the Thai Excise Authority regarding plans to restructure emissions tax system. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at the UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) June meeting. Engaged with regulatory and industry officials from EU, China, India, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with U.S. trade officials regarding Vietnam Decree 116 and related automotive import policies; engage with the Vietnamese Embassy regarding same. Work with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the Japanese government and auto industry, to engage with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) for the 2018 APEC Auto Dialogue. Engaged with officials from APEC member economies regarding acceptance of U.S. vehicle safety and environmental regulations and other barriers to trade in the APEC region. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including the U.S. governments efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Advocate for the inclusion of currency disciplines and for the recognition of safety and automotive standards within a proposed modernization of NAFTA and future U.S. free trade agreements. Question the need to seek major changes to the existing NAFTA automotive rule of origin. Monitor the ratification process of the updated U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement by the Administration and the Korean Government and the inclusion of currency disciplines within the agreement. Continue to monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers. Submitted comments in response to the Federal Register notice for public comments on Section 232 National Security Investigation of Imports of Automobiles, Including Cars, SUVs, Vans and Light Trucks, and Automotive Parts. Continue to provide the Administration and Congress with AAPC member companies views on the Administrations findings in connection with the investigations under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 to determine the Effects on U.S. National Security of Imports of steel and aluminum. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in China, Ecuador, Egypt, Morocco, Israel, Tunisia, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards and U.S. industry autonomous vehicle (AV) development work at the UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) June meeting. Engaged with regulatory and industry officials from EU, China, India, and Canada on WP.29 AV work in connection with same. Engage with U.S. trade officials regarding Vietnam Decree 116 and related automotive import policies; engage with Vietnamese Embassy regarding same. Work with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the Japanese government and auto industry, to engage with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) for the 2018 APEC Auto Dialogue. Engaged with officials from APEC member economies regarding acceptance of U.S. vehicle safety and environmental regulations and other barriers to trade in the APEC region. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including the U.S. governments efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Engage with other U.S. automotive industry officials regarding the NAFTA modernization through the Driving American Jobs coalition. Advocate for the inclusion of currency disciplines and for the recognition of safety and automotive standards within a proposed modernization of NAFTA and future U.S. free trade agreements. Question the need to seek major changes to the existing NAFTA automotive rule of origin. Provide recommendations to the Administration on the position of U.S. automakers on trade and related market access issues as part of the effort to update the U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement. Monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers. Provide the Administration and Congress with AAPC member companies views on the Administrations findings in connection with the investigations under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 to determine the Effects on U.S. National Security of Imports of steel and aluminum. Engage with USTR and monitor legislative developments related to Generalized System of Preferences program, and engage with the U.S. government regarding electric vehicle provisions within the Miscellaneous Tariff Bill. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in China, Ecuador, Egypt, Morocco, Israel, Tunisia, and Vietnam. Request the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Engage with U.S. regulatory officials on advancing U.S. vehicle safety standards at the UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) March meeting. Engage with U.S. trade officials regarding Vietnam Decree 116 and related automotive import policies; engage with Vietnamese Embassy regarding same. Work with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the Japanese government and auto industry, to engage with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) regarding plans for the 2018 APEC Auto Dialogue. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide the United States government with recommendations on AAPC member companies views regarding trade and related market access issues facing the United States, including the U.S. governments efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Engage with other U.S. automotive industry officials regarding the NAFTA modernization through the Driving American Jobs coalition. Advocate for the inclusion of currency disciplines and for the recognition of safety and automotive standards within a proposed modernization of NAFTA and future U.S. free trade agreements. Question the need to seek major changes to the existing NAFTA automotive rule of origin. Provide recommendations to the Administration on the position of U.S. automakers on trade and related market access issues as part of the effort to update the U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement. Monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access barriers. Continue to monitor any developments on the Omnibus Report on Significant Trade Deficits; Negotiating Objectives Regarding Modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement with Canada and Mexico; and both the United States Investigations Under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 to Determine the Effects on U.S. National Security of Imports of Steel and Aluminum. Provided comments in response to the request for public comments on the National Trade Estimate Report on Foreign Trade Barriers. Engage with USTR and monitor legislative developments related to Generalized System of Preferences program; monitor similar developments for Miscellaneous Tariff Bill. Advocate for the continued acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. standards and regulations to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of vehicles built to meet U.S. standards and regulations in China, Ecuador, Egypt, Morocco, Israel, Cambodia, Myanmar, and Vietnam. Requesting the support of U.S. regulators and trade officials to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. In China, AAPC Advocated on behalf of U.S. automakers regarding the onerous rules governing new energy vehicle rules in China. Engage with U.S. trade officials regarding Vietnam Decree 116 and related automotive import policies; engage with Vietnamese Embassy regarding same. Work with U.S. regulators and trade officials on an automotive standards workshop for Vietnamese standards regulators. Work with U.S. government officials, as well as officials from the Japanese government and auto industry, to engage with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) regarding plans for the 2018 APEC Auto Dialogue. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide recommendations on the position of U.S. automakers on trade and related market access issues to the Administration and agency officials for a proposed modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Advocate for the inclusion of currency disciplines and for the recognition of safety and automotive standards within a proposed modernization of NAFTA and future U.S. free trade agreements. Advocate to maintain the existing automotive rule of origin within the NAFTA. Provide recommendations on the position of U.S. automakers on trade and related market access issues to the Administration and agency officials for a proposed updating of the U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement. Monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access issues. Continue to monitor any developments on the Omnibus Report on Significant Trade Deficits; Negotiating Objectives Regarding Modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement with Canada and Mexico; and both the United States Investigations Under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 to Determine the Effects on U.S. National Security of Imports of Steel and Aluminum. Advocate on automotive standards, automotive regulatory issues, and the continued acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Work with the U.S. regulators on the development of an automotive standards workshop for GCC standards regulators. Advocate for the acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles and automotive regulatory issues in Ecuador, Egypt, Morocco, Cambodia, Myanmar, and Vietnam. Advocate for the development of an initiative by U.S. regulators to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Advocate the position of U.S. automakers on new energy vehicle rules in China. Work with the U.S. regulators on the development of an electric vehicles workshop at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Automotive Dialogue (APEC AD) and an automotive standards workshop for Vietnamese standards regulators. Reviewed and analyzed automotive related taxes in the APEC region in an effort to compare and contrast the burdens it places on consumers, industry and the impact on governments. Continue to monitor developments on the WTO Environmental Goods Agreement and the Information Technology Agreement. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide recommendations on the position of U.S. automakers on trade and related market access issues to the Administration and agency officials for a proposed modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement. Advocate for the inclusion of currency disciplines and for the recognition of safety and automotive standards within a proposed modernization of North American Free Trade Agreement and future U.S. free trade agreements. Advocate to maintain the existing automotive rule of origin within the North American Free Trade Agreement. Monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access issues. Provided public comments in response to the Federal Register notices for: The Omnibus Report on Significant Trade Deficits; Negotiating Objectives Regarding Modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement with Canada and Mexico; and both the United States Investigations Under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 to Determine the Effects on U.S. National Security of Imports of Steel and Aluminum. Testified at the hearing for the Negotiating Objectives Regarding Modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement with Canada and Mexico. Advocate on automotive standards, automotive regulatory issues, and the continued acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles to the Gulf Cooperation Council Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles and automotive regulatory issues in Argentina, Ecuador, Egypt, Peru, Colombia, Morocco, Chile, and Vietnam. Advocate for the development of an initiative by U.S. regulators to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Advocated the position of U.S. automakers on new energy vehicle credits in China. Advocate for greater regulatory cooperation on automotive issues relating to U.S.- Canada Regulatory Cooperation Council (RCC). Worked with the Canadian and Mexican auto associations to advocate for greater North American trade facilitation and coordination between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Worked with the U.S. regulators on the development of an electric vehicles workshop at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Automotive Dialogue (APEC AD). Reviewed and analyzed automotive related taxes in the APEC region in an effort to compare and contrast the burden it places on consumers, industry and impact on governments. Continue to monitor developments on the WTO Environmental Goods Agreement and the Information Technology Agreement. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide recommendations on the position of U.S. automakers on trade and related market access issues to the Administration and agency officials for a proposed modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement. Advocate for the inclusion of currency disciplines and for mutual recognition of safety and automotive standards within a proposed modernization of North American Free Trade Agreement and future U.S. free trade agreements. Advocate for mutual recognition of safety and automotive standards and balanced automotive rule of origin issues within the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership FTA. Monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access issues. Advocate on automotive standards, automotive regulatory issues, and the continued acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles to the Gulf Cooperation Council Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles and automotive regulatory issues in Argentina, Ecuador, Egypt, Peru, Colombia, Morocco, Chile, and Vietnam. Advocate for the development of an initiative by U.S. regulators to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Advocated the position of U.S. automakers on new energy vehicle credits in China. Advocate for greater regulatory cooperation on automotive issues relating to U.S.- Canada Regulatory Cooperation Council (RCC). Worked with the Canadian and Mexican auto associations to advocate for greater North American trade facilitation and coordination between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Worked with the U.S. regulators on the development of an electric vehicles workshop at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Automotive Dialogue (APEC AD). Reviewed and analyzed automotive related taxes in the APEC region in an effort to compare and contrast the burden it places on consumers, industry and impact on governments. Continue to monitor developments on the WTO Environmental Goods Agreement and the Information Technology Agreement. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Advocate for mutual recognition of safety and automotive standards and balanced automotive rule of origin issues within the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership FTA. Monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access issues. Advocate for the inclusion of currency disciplines and for mutual recognition of safety and automotive standards within future U.S. free trade agreements. Advocate on automotive standards, automotive regulatory issues, and the continued acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles to the Gulf Cooperation Council Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles in Argentina, Ecuador, Egypt, Peru, Colombia, Morocco, Chile, Vietnam and Algeria. Advocate for the development of an initiative by U.S. regulators to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Advocate for greater regulatory cooperation on automotive issues relating to U.S.- Canada Regulatory Cooperation Council (RCC). Worked with the Canadian and Mexican auto associations to advocate for greater North American trade facilitation and coordination between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Worked with the U.S. regulators on the development of an electric vehicles workshop at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Automotive Dialogue (APEC AD). Reviewed and analyzed automotive related taxes in the APEC region in an effort to compare and contrast the burden it places on consumers, industry and impact on governments. Continue to monitor developments on the WTO Environmental Goods Agreement and the Information Technology Agreement. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Continue to monitor developments pertaining to the Trans Pacific Partnership FTA. Advocate for mutual recognition of safety and automotive standards and balanced automotive rule of origin issues within the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership FTA. Monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korea automotive market access issues. Advocate for the inclusion of currency disciplines within future U.S. free trade agreements. Raise our concerns with the Israeli Vehicle Service and Licensing Bill and advocate for changes. Advocate on automotive standards, automotive regulatory issues, and the continued acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles to the Gulf Cooperation Council Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Address concerns with fuel economy standards and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles in Ecuador, Egypt, Peru, Colombia, Morocco, Chile, Vietnam and Algeria. Advocate for the development of an initiative by U.S. regulators to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Advocate for greater regulatory cooperation on automotive issues relating to U.S.- Canada Regulatory Cooperation Council (RCC). Worked with the Canadian and Mexican auto associations to advocate for greater North American trade facilitation and coordination between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Worked with the U.S. regulators on the development of an electric vehicles workshop at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Automotive Dialogue (APEC AD). Reviewed and analyzed automotive related taxes in the APEC region in an effort to compare and contrast the burden it places on consumers, industry and impact on governments. Continue to monitor developments on the WTO Environmental Goods Agreement and the Information Technology Agreement. Drafted a petition to NHTSA encouraging greater harmonization with EPA on light duty vehicle fuel economy and greenhouse gas rules. Develop a domestic and economic footprint of the U.S. automakers in each of the 50 states to educate Members of Congress on the U.S. automotive manufacturing base within their congressional district and/or or state. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide guidance to negotiators on tariff issues, non-tariff barriers, and automotive rule of origin for the Trans Pacific Partnership FTA. Advocate for mutual recognition of safety and environmental automotive standards and balanced automotive rule of origin issues within the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership FTA. Monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korean non-tariff barriers to automotive trade as well as Korea automotive market access issues. Advocate for the inclusion of currency disciplines within future U.S. free trade agreements. Advocating for the acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. automotive regulations (FMVSS & EPA). Raise our concerns with the Israeli Vehicle Service and Licensing Bill and advocate for changes. Advocate on automotive standards issues, fuel economy standards, fuel economy labeling, Emergency Calls and Connectivity Technical Requirements (eCall), electric vehicles, and advocate continued acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles to the Gulf Cooperation Council Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Advocate for fuel economy standards, fuel economy labeling, and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for the acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles in Ecuador, Egypt, Peru, Colombia, Morocco, Chile, Vietnam and Algeria. Advocate for the development of an initiative by U.S. regulators to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Advocate for greater regulatory cooperation on automotive issues relating to U.S.- Canada Regulatory Cooperation Council (RCC). Worked with the Canadian and Mexican auto associations to advocate for greater North American trade facilitation and coordination between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Worked with ANSI/Standards Alliance develop future U.S. automotive standards and regulations workshops, including one at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Automotive Dialogue (APEC AD). Worked with the U.S. regulators on the development of an electric vehicles workshop at the APEC AD. Reviewed and analyzed automotive related taxes in the APEC region in an effort to compare and contrast the burden it places on consumers, industry and impact on governments. Continue to monitor developments on the WTO Environmental Goods Agreement and the Information Technology Agreement. Develop a domestic and economic footprint of the U.S. automakers in each of the 50 states to educate Members of Congress on the U.S. automotive manufacturing base within their congressional district and/or or state. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. economy.

Provide guidance to negotiators on tariff issues, non-tariff barriers, and automotive rule of origin for the Trans Pacific Partnership FTA. Advocate for mutual recognition of safety and environmental automotive standards and automotive rule of origin issues within the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership FTA. Monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korean non-tariff barriers to automotive trade as well as Korea automotive market access issues. Advocate for the inclusion of currency disciplines within future U.S. free trade agreements. Advocating for the acceptance of vehicles certified to U.S. automotive regulations (FMVSS & EPA). Advocate our support for a renegotiated U.S.-EU Safe Harbor Framework Agreement. Advocate on automotive standards issues, fuel economy standards, fuel economy labeling, Emergency Calls and Connectivity Technical Requirements (eCall), and advocate continued acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles to the Gulf Cooperation Council Standards Organization (GSO) and Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA). Advocate on fuel economy standards, fuel economy labeling, and other automotive issues to the Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO). Advocate for greater regulatory cooperation on automotive issues to US- Canada Regulatory Cooperation Council (RCC). Advocate for the acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles in Ecuador, Egypt, Peru, Colombia, Morocco, Chile, and Algeria. Advocate for the development of an initiative by U.S. regulators to advocate globally for acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Worked with ANSI/Standards Alliance to host an U.S. automotive standards and regulations workshop at the Pan American Standards Commission (COPANT) annual meeting. Continue to monitor development on the WTO Environmental Goods Agreement. Monitor the customs and trade facilitation legislation and the inclusion of rules on currency manipulation. Develop a domestic and economic footprint of the U.S. automakers in each of the 50 states to educate Members of Congress on the U.S. automotive manufacturing base within their congressional district and/or or state. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. manufacturing economy.

Provide guidance to negotiators on tariff issues, non-tariff barriers, and automotive rule of origin for the Trans Pacific Partnership FTA. Advocate for mutual recognition of safety and environmental automotive standards and automotive rule of origin issues within the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership FTA. Monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and advocate for the elimination of Korean non-tariff barriers to automotive trade as well as Korea automotive market access issues. Participate at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Automotive Dialogue. Advocate for the inclusion of currency disciplines within future U.S. free trade agreements. Advocating for the acceptance of U.S. Vehicles certified to U.S. automotive regulations (FMVSS & EPA). Advocate our support for a renegotiated U.S.-EU Safe Harbor Framework Agreement. Monitor automotive standards issues in the Gulf Cooperation Council Standards Organization (GSO) and advocate continued acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Advocate for greater regulatory cooperation on automotive issues to US- Canada Regulatory Cooperation Council (RCC). Advocate for the acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles in Ecuador, Egypt, Peru, Colombia, Morocco, and Algeria. Advocate for the development of an initiative by U.S. regulators to advocate globally for the need for continued acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Worked with ANSI/Standards Alliance to host an U.S. automotive standards workshop at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Automotive Dialogue and Colombian regulators. Continue to monitor development on the WTO Environmental Goods Agreement. Monitor and advocate for the passage of the customs and trade facilitation legislation with the inclusion of regulations on currency manipulation. Develop a domestic and economic footprint of the U.S. automakers in each of the 50 states to educate Members of Congress on the U.S. automotive manufacturing base within their congressional district and or state. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. manufacturing economy.

Provide recommendations on the position of U.S. automakers on tariffs, non-tariff barriers, and automotive rule of origin to negotiators for the Trans Pacific Partnership FTA. Provide recommendations for recognition of U.S. automotive safety and environmental standards, and adoption of automotive rule of origin issues within the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership FTA. Monitor the Korea -U.S. FTA implementation and provide recommendations for the elimination of Korean non-tariff barriers to automotive trade as well as seek improvement in U.S. Korea automotive market access. Participate at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Automotive Dialogue. Provide recommendations for the inclusion of currency disciplines within future U.S. free trade agreements. Provide recommendations for the acceptance of U.S. vehicles certified to U.S. automotive regulations. Continue to monitor the development of an Israel Vehicles Services Licensing Bill. Provide recommendations for a transparent adoption and smooth implementation of the Saudi Arabia Fuel Economy Regulations and labeling. Monitor automotive standards developments in the Gulf Cooperation Council Standards Organization (GSO) and seek the continued acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles. Provide recommendations for greater regulatory cooperation on automotive issues to US- Canada Regulatory Cooperation Council (RCC). Provide recommendations for the acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles in Ecuador, Egypt, Peru, Colombia, and Algeria. Coordinated with ANSI/Standards Alliance to host a U.S. automotive standards workshop at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Automotive Dialogue. Continue to monitor developments on the WTO Environmental Goods Agreement. Monitor and encourage the passage of the customs and trade facilitation legislation and inclusion of rules on currency manipulation. Develop a domestic and economic footprint of the U.S. automakers in each of the 50 states to educate Members of Congress on the U.S. automotive manufacturing base within their congressional district and or state. Develop an economic contribution report of the contributions of the U.S. automakers to the growth of the U.S. manufacturing economy.

Trans Pacific Partnership FTA; Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership; Korea -U.S. FTA implementation; Korea Market Access Issues; Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Automotive Dialogue; Currency Manipulation and Intervention; Acceptance of U.S. Vehicles certified to U.S. automotive regulations; Israel Vehicles Services Licensing Bill; Saudi Arabia Customs; Saudi Arabia Fuel Economy Regulations and labeling; Morocco Standards Workshop; Trade Promotion Authority; Gulf Cooperation Council Standards Organization (GSO) auto standards issues; US- Canada Regulatory Cooperation Council (RCC); Acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles in Ecuador, Egypt,and Algeria; Proposal with ANSI/ Standards Alliance; Acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles in Egypt; WTO Enviromental Goods Agreement; customs and trade facilitation; Domestic and Ecomonic footprint of the U.S. Automotive Companies in each of the 50 states; American Automotive Labeling Act; Economic Contribution of the auto industry in the United States; auto job training and automotive domestic content.

Trans Pacific Partnership FTA; Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership; Korea -U.S. FTA implementation; Korea Market Access Issues; Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Automotive Dialogue; Currency Manipulation and Intervention; Acceptance of U.S. Certified Vehicles; Israel Vehicles Services Licensing Bill; Saudi Arabia Customs; Saudi Arabia Fuel Economy Regulations and labeling; Morocco Standards Workshop; Trade Promotion Authority; Korea Auto Emissions Regulations;Gulf Cooperation Council Standards Organization (GSO) auto standards issues; US- Canada Regulatory Cooperation Council (RCC); Acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles in Ecuador; Swiss Auto Emissions Regulations Automotive Standards; Proposal with ANSI/ Standards Alliance; Acceptance of U.S. certified vehicles in Egypt; WTO Enviromental Goods Agreement; customs and trade facilitation; Domestic and Ecomonic footprint of the U.S. Automotive Companies in each of the 50 states; American Automotive Labeling Act; Economic Contribution of the auto industry in the United States; auto job training and automotive domestic content.