Brian Kingston
Brian Kingston is the chief executive officer of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association, advocating for the automotive industry's interests while emphasizing the importance of stringent emissions standards and innovations in fuel efficiency.
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Brian Kingston, head of the industry group that represents the Canadian units of automakers, said adding a U.S. content requirement would put the industry at a major disadvantage.
North American-made autos must contain at least 50% U.S. content, Trump negotiators tell Mexico
Canada· 2026-05-30
Brian Kingston, CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association, expressed concerns about changes to rules of origin.
Carney walks a tightrope on Fortress North America as trade review loomsCanada· 2026-05-27
Brian Kingston is the president of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association who commented on the challenges faced by the industry.
Federal government set to scrap zero-emissions vehicle mandateCanada· 2026-02-05Brian Kingston, president of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association, warned of the negative effects of the China deal.
Doug Ford says Canadians should boycott Chinese-made EVsCanada· 2026-01-22
Brian Kingston is a DUP MLA who criticizes the proposed removal of Chaim Herzog's name from Herzog Park.
Kieran Cuddihy takes on the big debate – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-12-05
Brian Kingston, president of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association, called Canada’s retaliation 'an unforced error at the worst possible time.'
Ottawa’s move to curb tariff relief for GM, Stellantis will harm country’s auto sector, manufacturers sayCanada· 2025-10-24
Brian Kingston is the president of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association.
Ford Motor Co. proceeding with retooling in Oakville despite tariff threatCanada· 2025-10-08
Brian Kingston expects the U.S. to push for higher North American content in vehicles.
The fight to preserve North American trade is just beginning: A guide to the USMCA renewal talksCanada· 2025-09-05
Brian Kingston, president of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association, criticized the regulation as unnecessary and costly for the automotive industry.
Canadian auto industry applauds change to 2026 EV sales mandate, but some urge entire program to be scrappedCanada· 2025-09-05
Brian Kingston, the president and chief executive of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association, criticized the government's decision.
Federal government delaying electric-vehicle mandate to aid tariff-hit automakersCanada· 2025-09-05
Brian Kingston is the president of the Canadian Vehicles Manufacturers’ Association, emphasizing the urgency for a trade deal.
With never-ending tariff drama, the Canadian economy limps alongCanada· 2025-08-01
Brian Kingston, president and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association, believes the federal EV mandate needs to be repealed.
The electric vehicle industry in Canada is losing power. It’s time to recharge it.Canada· 2025-07-25
Brian Kingston, president of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association, expressed discouragement after a meeting with Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin.
Ottawa in talks with automakers over EV sales targets, Joly saysCanada· 2025-07-22
Brian Kingston, the CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association, called on the federal government to repeal the EV mandate to support the automotive sector.
Tariffs are likely here to stay. What now, for Canada?Canada· 2025-07-19
DUP MLA Brian Kingston said it is high time the government applied the same logic to Northern Ireland.
UK move to lower voting age to 16 unlikely to be in place for Northern Irish elections – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-17
Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association CEO Brian Kingston joined the CEOs of Ford Canada, Stellantis Canada and GM Canada in a meeting with the Prime Minister Wednesday in Ottawa.
Automakers ‘cautiously optimistic’ on changes to EV sales mandate after meeting with CarneyCanada· 2025-07-03
Brian Kingston is the president of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association.
Automakers ask Carney to repeal zero-emission vehicle mandateCanada· 2025-07-03
Brian Kingston, president of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association, discussed the challenges posed by tariffs on vehicle production in Canada.
Automotive exports to the U.S. plunge as tariffs hit Canada’s carmakersCanada· 2025-06-05Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association president Brian Kingston highlighted the reluctance of Canada Post to purchase Canadian-made vehicles.
A five-point plan to save Canada’s automotive industry from Trump’s trade warCanada· 2025-04-19
Brian Kingston, head of the CVMA, explains the implications of tariffs on Ontario’s auto plants.
Canada’s auto sector could face layoffs, shutdowns due to Trump tariffs, say industry expertsCanada· 2025-03-28
President Brian Kingston is recommending to Ottawa against countertariffs until the U.S. levies go into effect.
Canadian automakers advise Ottawa against immediate retaliation on U.S. vehicle tariffsCanada· 2025-03-27Brian Kingston is the author of the letter expressing concerns about the municipal vending crisis in Georgetown.
Resolute management and consistency in enforcing the City’s by-laws and regulations will help resolve these vending issues
Guyana· 2025-03-17
Brian Kingston, chief executive officer of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association, stated that U.S. tariffs will do 'significant damage' to the auto industry in North America.
Trump’s tariffs threaten to cripple Canada’s EV manufacturing industry before it gets off the groundCanada· 2025-03-05
Brian Kingston is the chief executive officer of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association.
Green gains from EVs, more fuel-efficient engines curtailed by demand for trucks and SUVs, study showsCanada· 2025-02-13