TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%


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Hyundai posted record Q1 sales, but new tariffs may impact pricing and demand as the automaker evaluates its strategy moving forward.

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Hyundai is evaluating its pricing strategy as it braces for the tariffs on imported vehicles and parts announced by President Donald Trump.

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Mercedes-Benz faces $1.7B loss as tariffs threaten U.S. operations

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GM, Ford prepare for impact of 25% auto tariffs

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Sen. Bernie Moreno clarifies Trump’s 25% auto tariffs

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Trump proposes auto loan interest deduction for U.S.-made vehicles

- March 28, 2025
President Donald Trump has proposed a tax deduction for interest paid on auto loans for U.S.-made vehicles, a move aimed at boosting domestic car production while counteracting potential price increases...
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UAW’s Shawn Fain challenges industry’s tariff concerns, predicts job growth

- March 28, 2025
As the auto industry braces for the impact of impending U.S. tariffs on imported vehicles, United Auto Workers (UAW) President Shawn Fain is rejecting the widely held belief that these...
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Ferrari

Ferrari to raise prices on some models as U.S. tariffs take effect

- March 28, 2025
Ferrari has announced price increases of up to 10% on specific models in response to new U.S. import tariffs set to take effect on April 2. The Italian luxury automaker...
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Sonic Automotive

Jeff Dyke on Sonic Automotive’s stellar 2024 and future growth

- March 26, 2025
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