The United States is working on a plan to lift tariffs from Mexican and Canadian steel and aluminum but preserve the gains that domestic producers have received from the duties so far.

Even after negotiations grew strained with regard to the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), Mexico's car manufacturing cities have largely thrived.

Industry trade associations representing car and parts manufacturers in North America are attempting to persuade their governments to renew negotiations regarding NAFTA.

Talks to update the NAFTA trade deal have progressed in an attempt to resolve areas before elections in Mexico and the U.S. complicated the process.

Mexico’s auto manufacturing industry this week rejected a proposal presented by U.S. trade authorities that would impose new rules on the origin of vehicle parts sold tariff-free under NAFTA.

"Renegotiating NAFTA – Impact on the Auto Care Industry" will explore likely negotiating priorities for each country and areas for modernization, including e-commerce, energy, labor and the environment. "The New Aftermarket Era: Opportunities in Mexico" will delve into why Mexico is a large player-to-be in the auto care industry.