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The U.S. and Japan agreed to continue implementing their trade deal as Japan transitions to new leadership.
The agreement cuts U.S. tariffs on Japanese cars to 15%...
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President Trump will impose a 25% tariff on all imported medium- and heavy-duty trucks starting November 1 to protect U.S. manufacturers.
The tariffs could impact major import...
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President Trump is weighing tariff breaks for automakers with U.S. assembly, including Ford, GM, Toyota, Honda, and Tesla.
Proposed changes could extend a 3.75% import offset to...
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Toyota’s worldwide vehicle sales increased 2.2% in August, marking eight consecutive months of global growth.
Domestic sales in Japan declined 12.1% due to supply disruptions, while sales...
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Volvo will begin U.S. production of its XC60 SUV in 2025 to avoid Trump’s 15% import tariff and support tariff-free exports to Europe.
The Ridgeville plant, running...
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South Korea cannot meet the $350 billion cash demand under the U.S.–South Korea trade pact, citing financial limits.
Seoul is seeking alternatives, including loans and a currency...
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China will require export licenses for EVs starting in 2026, limiting applications to automakers and authorized firms.
The move targets unregulated traders whose exports have hurt...
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U.S. auto tariffs on EU imports lowered to 15%, retroactive to Aug. 1, easing costs for automakers.
European carmakers saw stock gains, with Porsche jumping nearly 4%...
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The Trump administration argues that under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), the president has the authority to impose extensive tariffs during national emergencies to address...