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Can‑Am Spyder Caught in Trump‑Canada Tariff Tango

Can‑Am Spyder Caught in Trump‑Canada Tariff Tango

The Can‑Am Spyder, a beloved three‑wheeled roadster, has become an unexpected casualty of the Trump‑Canada tariff saga.

U.S. tariffs on Canadian‑origin parts used in the Spyder have raised the vehicle’s cost for American buyers, leaving fans bewildered by the sudden price jump.

Enthusiasts now find themselves navigating a new kind of border check, where a paperwork form feels more like a parking‑lot dispute than a test drive.

Some owners joke about swapping the Spyder for a “maple‑flavoured” alternative, but the reality is that the tariff’s impact on pricing could push some riders to reconsider their purchase.

As trade negotiations drag on, the Spyder’s future on U.S. roads hangs in the balance, proving that even a high‑performance three‑wheeler can get tangled in diplomatic red tape.

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