11. Auto Industry Battles: Continental Car Manufacturing Chaos
The 1965 Auto Pact created a continental car manufacturing system. However, the arrangement sparked recurring disputes over production quotas, job locations, and market access. The 1980s brought Reagan-era requirements, while NAFTA added new complications. Recent tariffs threatened integrated supply chains. The 2008 financial crisis required government bailouts that strained relations. Auto manufacturing represents hundreds of thousands of jobs, making any dispute instantly political.
