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    EU delays US tariff countermeasures by 90 days

    The move comes in response to President Donald Trump’s pause of reciprocal tariffs against the bloc and most other trading partners.

    By Max Garland • April 10, 2025
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    Tariffs, fuel-efficient cars, could complicate Trump’s efforts to produce more oil

    The president’s desire to boost production could increase supply, but global unrest will have more of an impact on c-stores’ bottom lines, experts say.

    By Danielle McLean • April 10, 2025
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    Autonomous Vehicles

    Automakers continue to make big investments in autonomous vehicles. We’ve put together a curated list of stories showcasing the technologies and strategies propelling autonomy.

    By WardsAuto staff
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    EU approves further tariffs on US

    The retaliatory actions will start April 15, though the exact list of affected products remains unclear.

    By Phil Neuffer • April 9, 2025
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    Automakers Could Save Billions if Tariff Math Fixed

    The conservative American Enterprise Institute is calling out the Trump tariff formula for being in error, perhaps opening the door for some mitigation of the effect on some countries. Even a partial rollback of tariffs would mean billions to automakers and suppliers.

    By David Kiley • April 9, 2025
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    BYD Brings Luxury Denza Brand to Europe

    China’s top-selling battery-electric-vehicle maker brings premium brand products to the Continent despite a slowdown in consumer demand for pricey BEVs.

    By April 8, 2025
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    Mahle Helps Develop 1,824-hp Road Car Hybrid Powertrain

    Niche hypercar maker Zeno Automotive turns to U.K. powertrain specialist in creating monster V12 street-legal powerplant.

    By April 8, 2025
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    Ford recalls 33K Bronco Sport, Escape SUVs for potential fuel leaks

    The two SUV models were recalled in March 2024 for the same problem, which was addressed with an engine control software update.

    By April 7, 2025
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    5 key details in Trump’s global tariffs order

    The text of the order opens the door for reduced duties for Canada and Mexico, but whether tariffs on China will stack remains nebulous.

    By Phil Neuffer • April 7, 2025
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    Canada to Match U.S. Tariffs on Car Imports

    The 25% duty on non-USMCA compliant vehicles will not apply to automotive parts or vehicle content from Mexico, Prime Minister Mark Carney says.

    By Philip Neuffer • April 4, 2025
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    Global auto industry faces major disruption from Trump tariffs

    Global leaders expect substantial disruption in the automotive industry, both in the U.S. and around the world, as tariffs upend supply chains for automakers and parts suppliers.

    By Keith Nuthall in Ottawa; Julian Ryall in Tokyo; Sara Lewis in Brussels; and Andreia Nogueira in Lisbon • April 4, 2025
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    Canada to match US tariffs on car imports

    The 25% duty on non-USMCA compliant passenger vehicles and light cargo trucks went into effect April 9.

    By Phil Neuffer • Updated April 9, 2025
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    China readies 34% tariff on US imports starting April 10

    The country's retaliation against President Donald Trump's trade policies builds upon previously announced duties.

    By Max Garland • April 4, 2025
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    Hyundai announces new mobility software brand ‘Pleos’

    The automaker aims to achieve “Cloud Mobility” — a comprehensive ecosystem of mobility-focused software that’s continuously updated over-the-air.

    By April 4, 2025
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    Global Auto Industry Faces Major Disruption From Trump Tariffs

    Global leaders expect substantial disruption in the automotive industry, both in the U.S. and around the world, as tariffs upend supply chains for automakers and parts suppliers.

    By Keith Nuthall in Ottawa; Julian Ryall in Tokyo; Sara Lewis in Brussels; and Andreia Nogueira in Lisbon • April 3, 2025
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    Hyundai Unveils Second-Gen Nexo FCEV

    At the Seoul Mobility Show 2025, Hyundai unveils its latest Nexo fuel-cell vehicle, with more power and double the battery-pack capacity, along with a refreshed Ioniq 6 BEV.

    By April 3, 2025
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    Lamborghini Carbon-Neutral ICE Cars

    Volkswagen Group Lamborghini Brand CEO hoping EU regulators will allow new ICE powertrain vehicles after scheduled zero-emission mandate.

    By April 3, 2025
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    ZETA warns of economic risk of tariffs on EV supply chain

    Tariffs introduce uncertainty into an EV supply chain that companies are investing billions of dollars in, according to the trade group.

    By April 3, 2025
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    Trump Installs 10% Baseline Tariff, Country-specific Duties

    The new duties will not be stacked on top of automotive-specific tariffs set to begin April 3, and exemptions for USMCA-compliant products remain in effect.

    By Philip Neuffer • April 3, 2025
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    Senators Trying to Remove Canada From Trump Crosshairs

    U.S. Senators from four states may force the Trump Admin. to back away from imposing tariffs on Canada or risk losing his ability to impose tariffs and take other actions under the premise of protecting the U.S. in a “national emergency.”

    By David Kiley • April 2, 2025
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    Trump installs 10% baseline tariff, country-specific duties

    The new duties will not be stacked on top of automotive-specific tariffs set to begin April 3, and exemptions for USMCA-compliant products remain in effect.

    By Phil Neuffer • April 2, 2025
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    Toyota’s finance arm makes executive changes

    The automaker named Anna Sampang as chief customer officer and Madhusudhan Reddy as chief information officer.

    By Kalena Thomhave • April 2, 2025
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    Rivian spins off micromobility unit as new startup named ‘Also’

    The unit will focus on small, lightweight electric vehicles to address global mobility transportation challenges, according to the EV maker.

    By April 2, 2025
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    Håkan Samuelsson returns to Volvo Cars as CEO

    The two-year appointment aims to ensure stability while the automaker searches for a long-term successor.

    By April 1, 2025
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    Ineos Slams EU Negotiators for Failing to Cut U.S. Tariff Deal

    SUV manufacturer warns its business will take a hit with punitive tariffs imposed on its biggest sales market.

    By April 1, 2025
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    Ford asks investors to vote down supply chain emissions proposal

    Shareholder Green Century Capital Management wants the automaker to regularly disclose its strategies for meeting low-carbon steel benchmarks, among others.

    By Haley Cawthon • April 1, 2025