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A new six-lane, $6.4 billion bridge connecting Detroit, Michigan, and Windsor, Ontario, opened to traffic on July 27, 2026, providing truckers hauling billions in auto parts a cheaper and more efficient crossing. The opening comes amid ongoing trade tensions and tariff strains imposed by former President Donald Trump, which have complicated cross-border commerce. Detroit remains the busiest US-Canada truck port, and the new span is expected to alleviate congestion and reduce costs for the automotive industry, which relies heavily on integrated supply chains between the two countries. The project was years in the making and represents a major infrastructure milestone for North American trade.
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By The Associated Press, Mike Householder, and Ed White July 27, 2026 | 35 minutes ago
A new bridge connecting the United States and Canada has opened to traffic in Detroit, a major infrastructure milestone that comes amid ongoing trade tensions fueled by tariffs imposed under former President Donald Trump.
The bridge, which links Detroit, Michigan, to Windsor, Ontario, is expected to ease congestion at the busiest commercial land border crossing in North America. The project has been in development for years and represents a significant investment in cross-border infrastructure.
The opening arrives at a time when U.S.-Canada trade relations remain strained due to tariffs that have disrupted supply chains and increased costs for businesses on both sides of the border. Despite these challenges, the new crossing is seen as a critical asset for facilitating trade and travel between the two nations.
This article was originally published by The Associated Press and has been edited for clarity and formatting.
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Fortune | FORTUNEWestern
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U.S.-Canada bridge opens to traffic in Detroit amid Trump tariffs strain