New cars under $30K could be a casualty of Trump’s tariffs

There are 20 models on the market priced below $30,000, according to Cox, and at least half of them will be hit severely by the new tariffs. (DAVID PHILLIPS)

March 27, 2025 07:34 PM

New vehicle prices have already climbed out of reach for many Americans. The search for a cheap new car is poised to get even tougher.

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