According to a recent survey conducted by Collision Repair,71 percent of Canadian collision centres are expecting supply chain disruptions amid the Canada and U.S. tariff talks.

Based on responses from 50 shopowners in Canada, 63 percent expect materials and paint suppliers to adjust pricing strategies. Sixty-eight percent of respondents are expecting increased costs for parts and materials amid this disruption.

United States President Donald Trump is expected to announce new tariffs on the afternoon of April 2.

According to our results, 90 percent of shopowners are expecting reduced profit margins amid the tariff discussions.

Meanwhile, 71 percent of respondents expect supply chain disruptions.

On the other hand, collision centres are expecting fewer disruptions to Canada pricing. Only four percent expect increased costs of repair, while another four percent expect no impact.

This is a developing story.