Tariffs Threaten Hobby, Auto, Trucking, Furniture Sectors

Proposed U.S. tariffs are causing widespread uncertainty across multiple industries, now threatening model railroading, trucking, automotive, and furniture sectors. Model train manufacturers warn of possible collapse due to tariff increases of up to 145%, citing the inability to shift production domestically. The trucking industry, temporarily boosted by pre-tariff stockpiling, is reporting declines in freight volumes and expects further downturns as tariffs hinder manufacturing and imports. Industry leaders in the automotive sector warn that tariffs could lead to severe disruptions and even potential shutdowns of production. Furniture makers are bracing for tough decisions, with tariffs on key imports like Vietnamese furniture likely to force price hikes and changes in global sourcing. Across all affected industries, businesses anticipate thinner margins, supply chain disruptions, and heightened market uncertainty.