Explore how the tariffs imposed during Trump’s presidency have reshaped the economic landscape for the automotive industry in the U.S., using the Volvo plant in South Carolina as a case study. Detail how the decision to manufacture the XC60 SUV locally reflects broader trends in global trade and domestic manufacturing strategies. Analyze the implications for local employment and economic growth in South Carolina as a result of this shift. Discuss how these changes exemplify the larger economic principles of tariffs and their impact on global supply chains. Finally, consider the future of American manufacturing in light of such trade policies.