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Haas F1 Owner’s Dire Warning: Trump Tariffs Threaten Business in Dramatic Twist

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
April 9, 2025
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Haas F1 Owner’s Dire Warning: Trump Tariffs Threaten Business in Dramatic Twist

The owner of Haas F1 Team, Gene Haas, is sounding the alarm about the detrimental effects of President Donald Trump’s tariffs on his business empire. As the sole independent team in the Formula 1 grid, Haas has been a pivotal figure in the sport since the team’s inception in 2016.

Despite facing criticism for his ownership style, Gene Haas remains committed to his F1 venture, which has seen a resurgence in performance under Team Principal Ayao Komatsu, culminating in a seventh-place finish in the standings and a strategic partnership with Toyota.

However, the clouds of uncertainty loom large over Haas Automation, the financial powerhouse behind the F1 team, as the global tariffs imposed by President Trump have sent shockwaves through the industry, leading to a significant downturn in demand for their products both domestically and internationally.

In response to the escalating trade tensions, Haas Automation has been forced to scale back production, freeze hiring, and reevaluate its operations, jeopardizing the livelihoods of 1700 workers at its manufacturing plant in California. The company is now urging the U.S. Government to intervene and safeguard the machining industry from the adverse effects of the tariffs.

The potential repercussions of the tariffs extend beyond Haas Automation’s operations, with fears of a ripple effect on the wider U.S. machine tool industry, which plays a critical role in national security. Haas is particularly concerned about the unequal playing field created by varying tariff rates on machine tools versus raw materials and components from different countries.

Despite the challenges faced by Haas Automation, the Haas F1 Team remains resolute in its pursuit of success on the track, with reassurances that the business will continue as usual, unaffected by the turmoil in the financial realm.

As the team currently sits in sixth place in the Constructors’ standings, with promising performances from drivers Oliver Bearman and Esteban Ocon, the focus remains on pushing forward amidst the turbulent economic landscape.

In a tumultuous time marked by trade wars and economic uncertainties, the resilience of Haas F1 Team shines through, as they navigate the stormy seas of global commerce while keeping their eyes firmly set on the podium.

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