Amid the challenges posed by the 145% tariffs on Chinese goods implemented under former President Donald Trump, companies are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence to mitigate the impact on manufacturing and trade. These tariffs have contributed to cooler-than-expected demand for electric vehicles and exacerbated skills shortages in the industry. AI-enabled enhancements are helping manufacturers navigate these obstacles by processing complex tariff changes rapidly. Notably, Salesforce has introduced a tariff AI agent capable of instantly analyzing updates across 20,000 U.S. customs product categories, providing businesses with a critical tool to adapt to the evolving trade environment. This adoption of AI reflects a broader trend of leveraging technological innovation to address the disruptions caused by reciprocal tariffs and global trade tensions.