WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 12, 2026) — The Bureau of Labor Statistics this morning reported that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 0.6% in April, pushing annual inflation to 3.8%, the...
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Higher tariffs on EU imports could raise vehicle prices and shift demand toward domestically built inventory
Luxury European brands may face margin pressure, creating pricing and incentive...
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Tariff uncertainty could impact automotive imports and exports between the EU and the U.S., affecting inventory planning.
Auto dealers should monitor potential 15% tariffs on vehicles and...
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The 10% global tariff will not apply to passenger vehicles, certain trucks, or auto parts.
Steel, aluminum, and auto-specific tariffs remain in effect, continuing to put upward...
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Nissan’s upcoming Rogue plug-in hybrid and refreshed lineup highlight how critical strong product cadence will be for driving showroom traffic in 2026.
Tariff-related costs are materially impacting...
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President Donald Trump said he will raise tariffs on South Korean autos, lumber and pharmaceuticals to 25%, citing delays in Seoul’s legislative approval of a trade agreement.
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Trump threatened sweeping tariffs on Canadian goods tied to Canada’s expanding trade relationship with China.
Canada’s preliminary trade deal with China includes agriculture and electric vehicles, with...
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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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The U.S. will lower tariffs on South Korean autos and other imports to 15%, retroactive to November 1.
South Korea has pledged $350 billion in strategic investments...
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Wingtech is appealing to the Dutch Supreme Court to regain control of Nexperia, alleging government interference and violations of due process.
Despite a temporary truce that reopened...