Michigan Business Beat | Mike Musheinesh, Detroit Axle – Tariffs, Stability & Michigan Manufacturing

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Mike Musheinesh, CEO, Detroit Axel, Detroit, MI. Mike, you’ve described the 2025 tariff rollout as a shock to Michigan’s business community. Can you walk us through how the sudden policy changes first hit Detroit Axle and the broader automotive aftermarket? Detroit Axle has taken the rare step of filing a federal court challenge against the tariffs. What led you to pursue legal action, and what outcome are you hoping the case will set for Michigan businesses? You’ve emphasized that despite the disruptions, Detroit Axle has preserved jobs and remained open for business. How were you able to adapt and stay stable while other companies struggled or closed? What are the real-world impacts you're seeing for customers, now that tariffs have driven up prices for essential auto parts? You’ve called on the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to rethink its approach to supporting established businesses. What specific changes would you like to see at MEDC to ensure homegrown companies can compete and grow? Detroit Axle had plans for a 350,000-square-foot expansion in Ferndale that are now on hold. Can you explain how the tariffs forced that pause and how the company is adjusting its growth strategy in global markets? As you await clarity on global trade policy, what message do you want to send to policymakers about the stakes for Michigan’s economy and immigrant-founded companies like Detroit Axle? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/