TSLA388.900-3.05%
GM78.0500.27%
F12.435-0.275%
RIVN16.8900.48%
CYD42.3200.03%
HMC24.3600.1%
TM212.860-0.32%
CVNA362.240-8.84%
PAG156.0200.89%
LAD274.8700.39%
AN198.2902.48%
GPI335.4802.75%
ABG204.0901.55%
SAH67.3701.48%
TSLA388.900-3.05%
GM78.0500.27%
F12.435-0.275%
RIVN16.8900.48%
CYD42.3200.03%
HMC24.3600.1%
TM212.860-0.32%
CVNA362.240-8.84%
PAG156.0200.89%
LAD274.8700.39%
AN198.2902.48%
GPI335.4802.75%
ABG204.0901.55%
SAH67.3701.48%
TSLA388.900-3.05%
GM78.0500.27%
F12.435-0.275%
RIVN16.8900.48%
CYD42.3200.03%
HMC24.3600.1%
TM212.860-0.32%
CVNA362.240-8.84%
PAG156.0200.89%
LAD274.8700.39%
AN198.2902.48%
GPI335.4802.75%
ABG204.0901.55%
SAH67.3701.48%


auto tariffs

Rising tariffs

Tariff pressures could push new vehicle prices higher this year

- February 25, 2026
On the Dash: • Tariff costs will likely push vehicle prices higher. • Vehicle prices have risen about 1% so far despite ongoing duties. • Automakers face billions in tariff expenses with limited...
Trump tariffs

Trump imposes new 10% global tariff after Supreme Court strikes down emergency tariffs

- February 20, 2026
On the Dash: Supreme Court struck down Trump emergency tariffs in a 6-3 ruling; auto duties under other laws remain. Refunds to importers could total $170 billion, over half of...
Honda

Honda car business posts loss amid EV impairments and US tariffs

- February 11, 2026
Honda car business posts loss amid EV impairments and U.S. tariffs Honda’s car business posted a quarterly loss of $602 million, largely from U.S. tariffs and EV impairments. EV-related write-downs...
Rivian, direct to consumers

Rivian backs Washington ballot initiative to allow direct EV sales

- January 27, 2026
On the Dash: Rivian is investing $4.6 million to challenge Washington’s ban on direct EV sales. The ballot initiative seeks to end Tesla’s exclusive exemption. Lawmakers have repeatedly failed to...
Volkswagen has delayed plans for a U.S. Audi factory as tariffs drive up costs and incentive talks fail to deliver clarity.

Volkswagen delays US Audi plant plans as tariffs pressure cost

- January 27, 2026
On the Dash: Volkswagen has delayed plans for a second U.S. Audi factory due to ongoing tariff costs and uncertain incentives. Trump administration tariffs cost Volkswagen about $2.5 billion in...
A CDK survey finds 54% of car shoppers say tariffs make them more likely to consider American brands amid rising vehicle prices.

Tariffs push more car shoppers toward American brands

- January 21, 2026
On the Dash: More than half of U.S. car shoppers say tariffs make them more likely to consider American vehicle brands. Interest in domestic brands is strongest among EV and...
US and Japan launch the project selection process for a $550 billion investment fund tied to their trade deal and tariff agreement.

US, Japan begin selecting projects for $550 billion investment fund

- December 18, 2025
On the Dash: The U.S. and Japan held the first formal meeting to evaluate projects under their $550 billion investment agreement. Project recommendations will flow to an investment committee, with...
Trump signals selective tariff cuts while claiming import taxes are driving trillions in investment and boosting key U.S. industries.

Trump signals selective tariff cuts while defending broader trade strategy

- December 9, 2025
On the Dash: President Donald Trump signaled that he may cut tariffs on select goods during a recent interview. He maintained that his tariff policy is driving major investment...

Volkswagen trims long-term spending plan as China, US challenges mount

- December 8, 2025
On the Dash: Volkswagen will invest $186 billion through 2030, reducing its long-term spending plan. The automaker faces profit pressure from U.S. tariffs and intense competition in China. The new...
South Korea submits bill to cut U.S. auto tariffs from 25% to 15%, supporting $350B investment pledge and exports.

South Korea submits bill to cut US auto tariffs to 15%

- December 1, 2025
On the Dash: South Korea’s special bill enables U.S. auto tariffs to drop from 25% to 15% starting Nov. 1. The legislation establishes a $350B investment fund to support strategic...


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