Jason Wilson, President of the Kentucky Automobile Dealers Association, joins us on to discuss the ripple effects of the tariff changes.

Kentucky Auto Association President Jason Wilson weighs in on new tariffs

Jaelyn Campbell - April 11, 2025

As new tariffs take effect, car dealers across the country are watching closely—and none more so than those in Kentucky. Jason Wilson, President of the Kentucky Automobile Dealers Association (KADA),...

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President Donald Trump has announced a 90-day pause on new tariff hikes for more than 75 global trading partners.

Trump pauses new tariffs but exempts U.S. auto industry

CBT News Editorial Team - April 10, 2025

Originally published 04/09/25 at 02:19 p.m. President Donald Trump has sharply increased tariffs on Chinese imports to 125%, citing China’s “lack of respect” for global markets. The move comes just hours...

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Volkswagen reported a 1.4% year-over-year increase in global vehicle deliveries for the first quarter, reaching 2.13 million units.

VW Q1 deliveries rise despite China slump, EV sales surge 59%

Jaelyn Campbell - April 10, 2025

Volkswagen reported a 1.4% year-over-year increase in global vehicle deliveries for the first quarter, reaching 2.13 million units. The growth was fueled by strong performance in North and South America...

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On the latest episode of Inside Automotive, Marc Cannon called out the instability created by President Trump’s tariff actions.

Former AutoNation exec, Marc Cannon, warns of uncertainty amid Trump tariffs

Jaelyn Campbell - April 10, 2025

As the U.S. auto industry navigates shifting electric vehicle policies, global trade battles, and political polarization, former AutoNation executive and founder of MGC2 Marketing Marc Cannon is sounding the alarm. In...

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Brian Benstock on tariffs and the road ahead for retail automotive

Jasmine Kiniklis - April 10, 2025

As global trade tensions escalate and economic pressures mount, automotive retailers must adapt and be resilient in the face of economic shifts. In today's episode of CBT Now, host Jim...

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Edmunds’ Jessica Caldwell on tariffs’ impact on vehicle affordability

Jasmine Kiniklis - April 9, 2025

As the auto industry celebrates a powerful start to 2025, a new challenge is already shaking market expectations: President Trump's implementation of sweeping tariffs. In today's episode of Inside Automotive,...

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Navigating vehicle affordability challenges – Laura Perrotta | NJ CAR

CBT News Editorial Team - April 9, 2025

With 25% tariffs on imported vehicles and parts now in effect, dealers across the country—and especially in New Jersey—are grappling with the potential fallout. In today's episode of CBT Now,...

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Trump threatens 50% tariff on China amid escalating trade tensions

CBT News Editorial Team - April 8, 2025

President Donald Trump has warned that the United States will impose an additional 50% tariff on Chinese imports starting Wednesday if Beijing does not withdraw its plan to implement a...

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Stellantis may offer financial aid to eligible suppliers amid U.S. auto tariffs

Jasmine Kiniklis - April 8, 2025

Stellantis is launching a supplier support program to help offset the cost of the new U.S. tariffs. The initiative comes in response to President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on auto...

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Audi halts U.S. shipments after Trump’s 25% auto tariff takes effect

CBT News Editorial Team - April 8, 2025

Volkswagen has frozen all Audi vehicle imports to the U.S. following President Donald Trump’s April 2 announcement of a 25% tariff on auto imports, the company confirmed Monday. Thousands of...

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Tariffs

Kentucky Auto Association President Jason Wilson weighs in on new tariffs

Trump pauses new tariffs but exempts U.S. auto industry

VW Q1 deliveries rise despite China slump, EV sales surge 59%

Former AutoNation exec, Marc Cannon, warns of uncertainty amid Trump tariffs

Brian Benstock on tariffs and the road ahead for retail automotive

Edmunds’ Jessica Caldwell on tariffs’ impact on vehicle affordability

Navigating vehicle affordability challenges – Laura Perrotta | NJ CAR

Trump threatens 50% tariff on China amid escalating trade tensions

Stellantis may offer financial aid to eligible suppliers amid U.S. auto tariffs

Audi halts U.S. shipments after Trump’s 25% auto tariff takes effect

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