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Here's How Automakers Are Reacting to Trump's Tariffs

With tariffs now in place, automakers tell us how they may be affected. We'll update the story with more information as the automakers respond.

By Jeff Perez

Government - Apr 4 -

So It Begins: Stellantis Idles Canada, Mexico Plants Over Tariffs

Stellantis will idle its Windsor, Ontario assembly for two weeks, and its Toluca, Mexico plant for the whole of April.

By Chris Perkins

Manufacturing / Production - Apr 3 -

Virgina Wants Reckless Drivers to Install In-Car Speed Limiters

It would be an alternative to the state revoking a driver’s license, which could prevent someone from getting to work.

By Anthony Alaniz

Government - Mar 31 -

Trump's 25-Percent Auto Tariff Is Extremely Ambiguous

There could be exceptions for specific models, or parts, or the whole thing could be wiped out at any time.

By Christopher Smith

Government - Mar 27 -

Trump Orders 25-Percent Tariffs on All Foreign-Built Cars

The tariff will go into effect on April 2, so long as it's not delayed again.

By Christopher Smith

Government - Mar 26 -

Report: Trump Folds, Won't Hold Automakers To Tariffs

Trump has already delayed tariffs on imported cars twice since his inauguration.

By Anthony Alaniz

Government - Mar 24 -

Hyundai's US Investments Mean It's Not Worried About Tariffs

Hyundai isn’t stressed about revoked EV incentives or proposed tariffs.

By Anthony Alaniz

Government - Mar 21 -

A New Low: People Are Scalping DMV Appointments

Scalpers throughout Broward and Miami-Dade counties in Florida are attempting to sell DMV appointments for as much as $250.

By Jeff Perez

Government - Mar 19 -

US Government Begins Rolling Back Emissions Regulations

The Environmental Protection Agency announced a flurry of proposed changes on everything from water pollution to tailpipe emissions.

By Christopher Smith

Government - Mar 13 -

Tariffs Have Arrived. Here's How Automakers Are Reacting

A 25-percent tariff on goods from Mexico and Canada is in effect, but changes have already been made and more are likely to come.

By Christopher Smith

Government - Mar 5 -

Dealer Tells Fox Business ‘Nobody Is Gonna Buy’ Trucks Thanks to Tariffs

A Stellantis dealer told Fox Business that Trump’s tariffs are “pretty radical” and will add $20,000 to the price of a new truck.

By Anthony Alaniz

Government - Mar 4 -

Big Texas Wants to Protect Tiny Trucks

A proposed bill would allow owners to register their imported Japanese Kei cars that are 25 years or older.

By Anthony Alaniz

Government - Mar 4 -

Get Ready: Trump Set to Impose Huge Tariffs on Imported Cars

The 25-percent tax could go into effect as soon as April 2.

By Anthony Alaniz

Government - Feb 19 -

UK government supercharges EV charging with £65m investment

The announcement started a public discussion.

By Angel Sergeev

Government - Feb 13 -

Own a classic car in the UK? Here's how to get a tax break

Let's celebrate your beauty's 40th anniversary.

By Angel Sergeev

Government - Feb 10 -

Feds Put a Stop to New Fuel Economy Standards

The US Department of Transportation is blaming the higher costs of new cars on recent regulations.

By Anthony Alaniz

Government - Jan 29 -

Lister Pauses New Car Development Over UK Combustion Ban

The company has a long-awaited follow-up for the Lister Storm on the drawing board. But it can't be an EV.

By Christopher Smith

Government - Jan 28 -

UK to roll out digital driving licences: Convenient or controversial?

The good old physical licence isn't going anywhere, though.

By Angel Sergeev

Government - Jan 20 -

Toyota Hit With Astronomical Fine for Cheating Diesel Emissions

The $1.6-billion settlement with Toyota's Hino truck division includes a criminal penalty of $522 million, the largest since VW's Dieselgate.

By Christopher Smith

Government - Jan 17 -

Feds Ban General Motors from Selling Your Data

The FTC says GM can't sell data for five years following allegations of dubious data practices.

By Anthony Alaniz

Government - Jan 17 -

Tesla Could Get $1 Billion From Its Rivals Thanks to New EU Regs

Tight emissions rules going into effect could have several automakers turning to Tesla to avoid fines.

By Christopher Smith

Government - Jan 8 -

You Can Buy a Real, Armored Presidential Limo

The fully armored Cadillac was built for President Clinton in 1996.

By Jeff Perez

Government - Jan 1 -

California Dealers Preparing to Sue VW Over Scout's Direct Sales Model

The California New Car Dealers Association says Scout Motors is breaking the law by selling directly to buyers.

By Christopher Smith

Government - Dec 27 2024 -

Stellantis Fined Millions for 'Unapproved' Diesel Emissions Cheat Device

Select 2014-2016 Ram ProMaster vans with the 3.0-liter diesel performed differently in testing versus real-world operation.

By Christopher Smith

Government - Dec 26 2024 -