Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for April 8

More Tariff Drama; India Says No to BYD; Stellantis Weighing Future of Brands

April 8, 2025

Samsung SDI begins production of 46-series battery cells

The larger format cells offer higher energy density and improved performance compared to previous designs, according to the company.

By Eric Walz • April 8, 2025

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Japan Faces $24 Billion In Tariff Costs Despite No Tariffs in Japan

Toyota has invested tens of billions in U.S. vehicle, engine and battery production. It is facing stiff tariff costs, along with other Japanese automakers, from its best trading partner despite Japan having no tariffs on vehicles imported into Japan.

By David Kiley • April 8, 2025

U.K. Relaxes BEV Sales Targets Amid Tariff Chaos

U.S. tariffs force a relaxation of clean-air targets in the face of consumers already resisting the switch to BEVs.

By Paul Myles • April 8, 2025

WardsAuto Podcast: What Next for Hydrogen in Trump Era

Over $80 Billion in Hydrogen Investments in the U.S. are hinging on rollbacks in clean air emission laws and standards by the Trump administration.

By Wards Staff • April 7, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for April 7

Tariff Woes For Autos; Corvette Hyper-Car Concept; Battery Plants Closing

April 7, 2025

Tariffs Already Reshaping Global Trade

The ink is barely dry on President Trump’s tariff orders, but countries, automakers and suppliers are already taking steps to mitigate the damage as financial markets get routed.

By David Kiley • April 7, 2025

Trump threatens 50% tariff on China if retaliatory duties stay

The president said China, which vowed to fight the action, has until Tuesday to back off from its plan for 34% tariffs on U.S. imports.

By Max Garland • Updated April 8, 2025

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

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for April 4

U.S. EV Sales Rising; Volvo Says It Will Up U.S. Production; Nissan Stopping Infiniti Orders To U.S.

April 4, 2025

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

Maserati Pushes Bespoke Service in Business Turnaround

Italian luxury sports car maker invests in new customization department to offer well-heeled customer base an extensive portfolio of vehicle personalization.

By Paul Myles • April 4, 2025

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

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

Jeep Tops Latest Ranking of Most-Seen Auto TV Ads

Jeep’s Celebration Event promotion racked up 200 million national TV ad impressions from March 24-30, per iSpot.

By Wards Staff • April 4, 2025

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for April 3

Trump's Tariffs; Auto Stocks Hammered

April 3, 2025

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 Eric Walz • April 3, 2025

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

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

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

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for April 2

Mercedes May Drop Lowest Priced Models; Auto Sales Up on Forward Buying Before Tariffs.

April 2, 2025

Analysis: Tariffs Driving Spike in Q1 Sales

Analysts and automakers disagree on whether threats of tariffs drove buyers to showrooms, but one thing is certain: Q1 sales were on a major roll.

By Bob Gritzinger • April 2, 2025

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

Autoline Daily 2025: Top Industry News for April 1

China Automaker Shakeout; Tesla Europe Sales Still Dropping; Fuel-Cell Truck Makers Suffering.

April 1, 2025

Renault’s Helping Hand for Struggling Nissan

Alliance partners reach agreement on new deal that frees up funds for Nissan to use in its business turnaround strategy.

By Paul Myles • April 1, 2025