We have written extensively on the (potential) impact of Trump’s tariffs on the American and global economy, especially in light of the upcoming changes in
In early 2025, we proactively shifted 100% of our production to Thailand…
Still, with there being no guarantee that Trump won’t increase the tariffs for neighbouring countries as well, it is possible that the prices will go up even if the company manages to shift its focus away from China.
As for the potential of shifting production to the U.S., Aventon was clear that they won’t be heading in that direction. “Unfortunately, there is no supply chain of e-bike components here in the US and all key components are imposed with significant tariffs coming from China.
They are basically at the whim of how trump is feeling from one day to the next.
Isn’t it easier for American businesses to push back, rather than go through all this effort and still be at risk of being in the exact same position at a moments notice?
