Cuba Warns of 'Bloodbath' Amid US Sanctions Cuba's automotive sector is on the brink of collapse due to ongoing US sanctions, which have severely limited the island nation's access to essential goods, including spare parts for vehicles.
The embargo, first imposed in 1960 and reinforced through various legislative measures over the years, has drastically reduced Cuba's ability to import new cars, export revenue generating vehicles, and access the global automotive supply chain.
The Impact on the Automotive Industry The effects of US sanctions are multifaceted.