Trump tariffs will force Europe’s automakers to rethink strategy, ACEA says

The Dodge Hornet, which Stellantis builds in Pomigliano d'Arco near Naples for export to the U.S., faces new tariffs. (STELLANTIS)

March 28, 2025 02:53 PM

President Donald Trump’s tariffs on U.S. car imports will be a major blow to earnings across the industry and likely force automakers to take drastic action, according to the head of ACEA, Europe’s main car lobby.

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