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Ineos Automotive hikes U.S. prices up to 11%

Ineos Automotive joins the likes of Ferrari by confirming price increases as a result of new U.S. tariffs.

Nissan holds off on job cuts in Tennessee amid tariff threat as U.S.-built Rogues gain currency

The Japanese automaker had planned to terminate a shift at its Smyrna assembly plant, as part of a campaign to slash 5,300 jobs worldwide this fiscal year.

Tesla sales lag again in key European markets in March amid Musk protests

March is traditionally a big month for Tesla, which prioritizes quarterly deliveries. Sales, however, fell sharply in key markets last month, while in the markets where Tesla grew it still lost EV market share.

Trump’s tariffs challenge Korea and other industry friends

Hyundai and its Genesis brand are determined to find their way in the new trade landscape, but the path is tricky if not treacherous.

Ford recalls more than 105,000 Expeditions, Lincoln Navigators over faulty seat belts

Ford Motor Co. is recalling 105,322 SUVs over seat belts that may fail to retract or extend.

Don Romano’s ‘wild ride’ at Hyundai Canada

Don Romano was born and raised in California and is a 40-year veteran of the sector. His time in Canada began in early 2014.

Mercedes could add model to U.S. factory to avoid tariffs, production boss says

Mercedes builds larger SUVs at its Alabama factory, but its No. 2-seller in the U.S. is the GLC midsize SUV, which is imported.

Toyota puts $7,900 premium on GR Supra final edition for $69,085 sticker price

Toyota is marking the end of its six-year collaboration with BMW with a GR Supra MkV Final Edition version of the 382-hp sports car.

Stellantis laying off nearly 1,000 workers in U.S. as tariffs pause production at some plants in Canada, Mexico

Workers at 5 plants in Michigan and Indiana are affected by the production pause in Ontario and Toluca starting April 7.

Daily 5 report for April 3: Stocks crash, job cuts emerge, costs rise as tariff chaos begins

Make no mistake, these tariffs will impact just about every automaker, supplier, dealer, investor, stakeholder and consumer engaged in the world of four-wheel vehicles.

Infiniti stops building crossovers for U.S. in Mexico, citing Trump tariffs

In an April 3 memo to retailers, Infiniti Americas Group Vice President Tiago Castro said tariffs on the QX50 and QX55 crossovers have increased to 52 percent

Audi holding all vehicles delivered to U.S. ports after April 2

Audi says it has over 37,000 vehicles in dealership and available port stock that are not impacted by an added import fee and are available “to sell to customers.”

How automotive stocks are performing after tariff announcement

Automakers, suppliers and retailers mostly saw drops in share price after President Donald Trump’s tariffs took effect. Here is a look at the Wall Street impact.

GM to increase truck production in Indiana following Trump’s tariffs

General Motors is moving to increase production of light-duty trucks at its Fort Wayne, Indiana, assembly plant, making the announcement a day after President Donald Trump announced 25 percent tariffs on auto imports.

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Automakers, Canada, lawmakers react to the implementation of Trump’s 25% auto tariffs

Plant closures, tariffs, discounts among actions automakers have taken in response to the Trump administration's tariffs.

Kia CEO wants midsize pickup for U.S. market, following Tasman launch

Kia’s CEO will give more details about his desire to introduce a midsize pickup in the key U.S. market at an investor’s presentation this month.

U.S. tariffs on imported vehicles are in effect, with parts duties following soon

Vehicles are subject to a new import tax. Here's a look at all the tariffs the auto industry faces.

U.S. senators seek to rein in Trump tariff authority

Republican Senator Chuck Grassley and Democrat Maria Cantwell introduced legislation that would require the president to notify Congress on new tariffs with an explanation of the rationale.

Canada to match 25% U.S. auto tariffs

Prime Minister Mark Carney says the tariffs will hit all vehicles that do not comply with the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement and any non-Canadian content in compliant vehicles.

Poilievre would eliminate GST on Canadian-made vehicles

The move will increase demand for locally built vehicles and keep autoworkers on the job amid the simmering trade war with the United States, he said at a campaign stop in Kingston, Ont.

GM China sales flat in Q1, but new-energy vehicles gain traction

First-quarter sales of new-energy vehicles including full electric models and plug-in hybrids at GM's two joint ventures increased 53 percent from a year earlier, GM China said.

Europe reacts as Trump’s 25% auto tariffs take effect

As automakers calibrate how to respond, Volkswagen said it would add an import fee and temporarily hold back imports from Mexico and Europe.

Trump tariffs lead Stellantis to plan production pause in Canada

Analysts and auto executives had been warning that tariffs would lead to a production stop within a week or two of their implementation.

What vehicle parts are now subjected to tariffs? Powertrain, suspension, safety and more

Automotive News identified parts subjected to the tariffs beginning May 3 and created a list that demonstrates the wide-ranging and deep impacts across the industry.

Ford offering employee pricing for all customers amid tariff fears

The automaker’s “From America, For America” campaign will offer A Plan pricing to all buyers through June 2 on nearly all models.

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