Trump hikes tariffs on China by 10%

The president also maintained that the pause on duties for Canada and Mexico will come to an end Tuesday.

By Phil Neuffer • March 3, 2025

EU’s Rescue Plan Gives Automakers Three Years to Hit BEV Sales Targets

Regulators hope to avoid industry crisis as falling BEV sales, punitive zero-emission-vehicle sales fines and cheap Chinese imports push Europe's auto industry to the brink.

By Paul Myles • March 3, 2025

Tariffs could hit automakers hard. What’s next?

Trump's tariffs shake North America's auto industry—disruptions and rising prices ahead!

By Stephanie Brinley • March 3, 2025

Tesla recalls 376K vehicles for loss of power steering assist

The circuit board for the electronic power steering may experience an overstress condition, causing a loss of assist after coming to a stop.

By Eric Walz • Feb. 28, 2025

Volvo weighs increasing US production, domestic sourcing to offset tariffs

CEO Jim Rowan said the automaker can quickly ramp up capacity at its South Carolina plant.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 27, 2025

Canada and Mexico tariffs will take effect March 4, Trump confirms

The president will also impose an additional 10% import tax on China next week and hinted at plans to soon levy 25% duties on the European Union.

By Phil Neuffer • Feb. 27, 2025

Safety benefits diminish in larger vehicles: IIHS

Despite technology advancements, drivers in smaller vehicles are still at risk to injury if involved in a crash with a truck or SUV, a new study found.

By Kalena Thomhave • Feb. 27, 2025

Uber, Lyft riders choose ride-hailing over transit to save time: study

The convenience of ride-hailing services comes with greater greenhouse gas emissions, traffic congestion and noise, however, a University of Michigan study finds.

By Dan Zukowski • Feb. 27, 2025

Honda exec says US tariffs could cause over a 20B yen impact

The automaker is considering shifting some vehicle production from Mexico and Canada into the U.S. to avoid costly import duties. 

By Eric Walz • Updated March 3, 2025

GM confident it can mitigate tariffs

CFO Paul Jacobson believes the automaker’s experience dealing with past crises, including the pandemic, will help it find solutions.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 20, 2025

Trump says auto tariffs are coming April 2

The president suggested a 25% duty on those imports, fueling uncertainty for automakers already bracing for steel, aluminum and country-specific tariffs.

By Kelly Stroh • Updated Feb. 19, 2025

German Mayors Warn of Auto Industry Collapse, Urge EU Action

Up to 600,000 jobs are claimed to be at risk as German mayors sound alarm over economic fallout from EU policies and the transition to EVs.

By Greg Kable • Feb. 18, 2025

Trump orders reciprocal tariffs on all countries

“In other words, they charge us a tax or tariff, and we charge them the exact same tax,” the president said Thursday.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated Feb. 13, 2025

Ford CEO Jim Farley Is Gloves Off With Trump

Ford CEO Jim Farley is the most outspoken industry leader when it comes to Trump’s tariffs impacting the auto industry.

By David Kiley • Feb. 13, 2025

Tariffs on Canada, Mexico would devastate US auto industry: Ford CEO

Increased duties on imports from the two countries could give Asia-based automakers a competitive advantage, according to CEO Jim Farley.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 12, 2025

Tariffs on steel, aluminum likely mean higher costs for auto industry

A 25% import duty could increase the price of a typical vehicle by $1,500, an expert said.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 12, 2025

More Tariff Threats Aimed at Making Canada 51st State?

Donald Trump says he will order 25% tariffs on all foreign-produced steel and aluminum entering the U.S. The move, heavily criticized by impacted industries, would raise consumer prices in the U.S. and disrupt supply chains for automakers and suppliers.

By David Kiley • Feb. 11, 2025

Ionna moves forward with EV charging network

The automaker-led joint venture remains committed to rolling out public charging infrastructure, despite the suspension of government funding.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 11, 2025

Trump tags steel, aluminum imports with 25% tariffs

The new duties build on actions from the president's first term while axing exemptions and product exclusions.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated Feb. 11, 2025

As Auto Tariffs Loom, Dealers Should Brace for Lower Sales

Analysts foresee $5,000 to $10,000 price jumps if Trump’s auto tariffs take effect.

By Steve Finlay • Feb. 10, 2025

Trump plans 25% tariffs on steel, aluminum

The president said he will reveal details Monday but added that Canada and Mexico would not be exempt.

By Phil Neuffer • Feb. 10, 2025

Honda recalls over 294K vehicles for engine stalling

The automaker’s investigators concluded that an ECU software issue was the cause.

By Eric Walz • Feb. 10, 2025

DOT suspends Biden’s $5B electric vehicle charging network effort

Most of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure funds have already been awarded to states, however, and some observers say the Trump administration cannot end the program with just a memo.

By Robert Walton • Feb. 10, 2025

GM weighs production shifts, sourcing reviews to mitigate tariffs

CFO Paul Jacobson said it has multiple playbooks to help offset impact of higher costs throughout its supply chain.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 7, 2025

Ford: Billions in Profits Will Be ‘Wiped Out’ By Tariffs

Ford Motor Co., already facing significant headwinds in 2025, says it will lose billions this year if Trump’s tariffs are allowed to proceed. Other automakers face the same plight.

By David Kiley • Feb. 6, 2025