Tariff tensions return as Trump targets European imports
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European auto stocks fell sharply after Trump threatened new U.S. tariffs to take effect on Feb. 1.
Automakers are already facing trade, China, and EV headwinds, which...
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Tesla, Volvo first to benefit from Canada-China EV deal
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Canada will allow up to 49,000 China-made EVs annually at a 6.1 percent tariff, replacing a previous 100 percent duty.
Tesla, Volvo, and Polestar are positioned to...
Mazda delays first dedicated EV launch amid cooling demand
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Mazda has quietly pushed its first dedicated EV launch to 2029 or later as demand and policy conditions evolve.
The automaker is prioritizing hybrids and affordability while...
EV market ends 2025 strong despite Q4 decline
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December EV sales rebounded, with 84,294 new units and 28,579 used units sold, despite Q4 declines following incentive rollbacks.
Tesla remains the dominant player, accounting for nearly...
Negative equity on trade-ins hits a new high
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Nearly 30% of trade-ins toward new vehicles are underwater, the highest level since early 2021.
The average negative equity on trade-ins has climbed to a record $7,214,...
Trump signals potential tariffs on NATO allies tied to Greenland negotiations
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Trump plans new tariffs on NATO allies unless they agree to a Greenland deal.
European automakers exporting to the U.S. could face sharply higher costs.
The move...
Canada to allow Chinese EVs under limited import quota
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Canada will allow up to 49,000 Chinese EVs annually at a reduced 6.1% tariff.
Federal leaders say the deal could support affordability and future domestic production.
Automakers,...
Tesla gets extension in federal probe of Full Self-Driving violations
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NHTSA extended Tesla’s response deadline to Feb. 23 in its Full Self-Driving traffic violation probe.
Regulators are reviewing complaints, crash data, and internal records tied to alleged...
Used-vehicle market posts late-year gains as inventory stays tight
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Retail used-vehicle sales increased year over year and month over month in December, an uncommon seasonal result.
Inventory remains constrained at 49 days’ supply, with limited availability...
China’s auto sales and exports expected to slow sharply in 2026
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China’s vehicle sales growth is expected to slow sharply to 1% in 2026.
EV and plug-in hybrid sales growth is forecast to fall by nearly half year...
