‘Collateral damage’ – What impact could Donald Trump’s tariffs have on the bike industry?

On his campaign trail, the United States of America’s president-elect, Donald Trump, proposed to raise tariffs on imported goods, touting up to a 60% tax on products from China, and up to a 20% tax on products from other countries. 

While he is yet to mention the bike industry outright, the impact these proposed tariffs could have on the sector is palpable, as many bike brands rely on foreign suppliers, importing parts and bikes from China, Taiwan, Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand.