BYD, the largest electric vehicle manufacturer globally, has taken legal action against the Trump administration by filing a lawsuit in the U.S. Court of International Trade. The lawsuit argues that the enforcement orders justifying the tariffs are invalid, rendering the collection of these fees illegal. This case, filed on January 26, highlights the challenges foreign manufacturers face regarding U.S. trade policies, particularly within the EV sector.

The company, which designs and manufactures electric buses and trucks in the United States, claims it has already paid substantial duties for materials brought in to support its American operations. Despite its global leadership in the electric vehicle market, BYD has refrained from selling passenger cars in the U.S. due to high tariffs and a complex regulatory environment. This highlights the broader implications of U.S. trade policy on foreign businesses attempting to enter the American market.

In addition to BYD, over 1,000 companies, including notable entities like Costco and Goodyear, are pursuing compensation in court for their share of billions in excessive tariffs imposed by the U.S. government. This trend underscores a growing discontent among foreign and domestic businesses regarding the impact of trade tariffs, potentially leading to significant shifts in U.S. trade policy and relationships with international manufacturers.