OTTAWA — The Canadian auto industry is tempering its expectations of Tuesday’s high-profile meeting between Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump.

The industry is among those suffering the most from steep U.S. tariffs and its representatives tell The Canadian Press they’re looking for positive signals on Tuesday — but not much more.

Brian Kingston, president of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association, said this meeting is likely just one part of ongoing discussions and he’s not holding his breath for an immediate outcome.

“I don’t expect that we’re going to see an agreement that removes all tariffs on automotive,” he said.

Kingston said the tariffs are doing great damage to his industry and manufacturers’ costs are mounting each day that goes by without an

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