Potholes and Paperwork: Improving Cross-Border Integration and Regulation of the Automotive Industry

Michael Hart
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Michael Hart: Carleton University

C.D. Howe Institute Commentary, 2009, issue 286

Abstract: Divergent regulations and border regimes in Canada and the US are threatening the integrated, cross-border structure of the Canadian auto industry. It is time for common regulations governing safety, fuel consumption and environmental protection, and faster, more efficient border clearances.

Keywords: trade policy; Auto Pact; automotive industry (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: F13 F14 F15 F52 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2009
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