TSLA419.740-2.5%
GM74.400-0.46%
F13.7200.3001%
RIVN13.660-0.13%
CYD50.000-1.02%
HMC25.560-0.62%
TM187.720-2.96%
CVNA67.2500.08%
PAG161.610-0.57%
LAD263.2001.28%
AN184.8400.69%
GPI312.910-0.71%
ABG180.0200.85%
SAH73.930-0.03%
TSLA419.740-2.5%
GM74.400-0.46%
F13.7200.3001%
RIVN13.660-0.13%
CYD50.000-1.02%
HMC25.560-0.62%
TM187.720-2.96%
CVNA67.2500.08%
PAG161.610-0.57%
LAD263.2001.28%
AN184.8400.69%
GPI312.910-0.71%
ABG180.0200.85%
SAH73.930-0.03%
TSLA419.740-2.5%
GM74.400-0.46%
F13.7200.3001%
RIVN13.660-0.13%
CYD50.000-1.02%
HMC25.560-0.62%
TM187.720-2.96%
CVNA67.2500.08%
PAG161.610-0.57%
LAD263.2001.28%
AN184.8400.69%
GPI312.910-0.71%
ABG180.0200.85%
SAH73.930-0.03%


Trump’s Tariffs

Major automakers are deliberately leaving newly imported vehicles at U.S. ports to delay paying steep tariffs, jamming shipping logistics.

Automakers stall pickups at U.S. ports, hoping for tariff relief

- April 15, 2025
Major automakers are deliberately leaving newly imported vehicles at U.S. ports to delay paying steep tariffs, a high-stakes gamble that could soon jam shipping logistics across the country. On Friday, Mitsubishi...
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President Donald Trump said that his administration is considering easing tariffs on imported auto parts, citing automakers need more time

Trump signals possible tariff relief for auto industry amid supply chain disruptions

- April 15, 2025
President Donald Trump said Monday that his administration is considering easing tariffs on imported auto parts, citing the need to give automakers time to transition supply chains and expand domestic...
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U.S. launches probe into semiconductor imports

U.S. launches national security probe into semiconductor imports

- April 15, 2025
The U.S. Commerce Department has launched a Section 232 investigation into semiconductor imports. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick will lead the probe and assess national security risks related to importing semiconductors,...
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George Karolis offered insights into how dealers are reacting to Trump's tariffs and what this could mean for the overall market.

Presidio Group’s George Karolis believes dealers show resilience amid Trump’s tariff shift

- April 14, 2025
With President Donald Trump’s new 25% tariff on imported vehicles and auto parts sparking widespread debate, many are questioning the potential fallout for the auto retail sector. On today's episode...
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customer experience, tariffs

Shep Hyken on strengthening customer experience during uncertain times

- April 14, 2025
With new tariffs now in effect, rising costs are out of a dealer's control. However, how customers are treated in the showroom remains entirely within their grasp. In today's episode...
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Cox Automotive’s Jonathan Smoke advises dealers to prepare for a changing consumer market

- April 14, 2025
President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs, but vehicle duties remain. While the announcement offers a temporary reprieve, the underlying uncertainty remains high. In today's episode of...
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A new study from the Center for Automotive Research estimates that President Trump’s 25% auto tariffs will increase costs for U.S. automakers

Study finds Trump’s auto tariffs to cost automakers $108B

- April 11, 2025
A new study from the Center for Automotive Research estimates that President Donald Trump’s 25% auto tariffs, enacted April 3, will increase costs for U.S. automakers by approximately $108 billion...
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Tesla tumbles 7% as tariff fears resurface and analysts cut price targets

- April 11, 2025
Tesla shares fell 7.3% on Thursday to close at $252.40, reversing a major rally from the previous day and adding to mounting investor concerns over new trade tariffs, margin pressures,...
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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

- 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

- 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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