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What we know so far about the EU-US trade deal

The EU and US agreed on a baseline levy of 15 percent on EU goods, alleviating concerns over a proposed 30 percent tax.

#byd

Cars

I test drove BYD's latest midsize SUV. It accelerates faster than a Porsche Cayenne Coupe S.

European startups

BYD, Tesla's biggest rival in China, just doubled its profits

Cars

I test drove BYD's latest midsize SUV. It accelerates faster than a Porsche Cayenne Coupe S.

European startups

BYD, Tesla's biggest rival in China, just doubled its profits

more#byd

U.S. Auto Prices Set to Surge by $7,500 as Tariffs Hit Stellantis With $2.7B Loss

Stellantis anticipates a $2.7 billion loss in the first half of 2025 due to tariffs on EU imports, which may increase costs by 30%.

Cars

#general-motors

Cars

General Motors CFO: Agility is a key strength as tariffs deliver $1.1 billion hit in Q2

US politics

GM's $1.1 billion tariff hit bolsters mounting evidence that Americans are the ones footing the bill for Trump's import taxes

Cars

General Motors reports a 35% profit drop as tariffs weigh on car industry

Toronto startup

Oshawa GM plant to cut shifts in the fall, citing U.S. tariffs, union says | CBC News

Cars

General Motors CFO: Agility is a key strength as tariffs deliver $1.1 billion hit in Q2

US politics

GM's $1.1 billion tariff hit bolsters mounting evidence that Americans are the ones footing the bill for Trump's import taxes

Cars

General Motors reports a 35% profit drop as tariffs weigh on car industry

Toronto startup

Oshawa GM plant to cut shifts in the fall, citing U.S. tariffs, union says | CBC News

more#general-motors

Affordable cars under $30,000 are being dwarfed by amenity-stuffed, high-end models, new data shows

Affordable car inventory growth is stagnant while overall vehicle inventory grows, hindered by rising tariffs and a shift in production focus.

#tesla

fromTESLARATI

2 weeks ago

Cars

First glimpse of Tesla Model Y with 6 seats, extended wheelbase

Cars

Want to dodge tariffs and buy an all-American car? A Tesla remains your best bet.

Cars

Tesla Updated The Model S And Model X, And The Internet Is Mad

fromEntrepreneur

Alternative transportation

Toronto startup

Tesla Taking Cybertruck Trade-Ins, Staggering Depreciation | Entrepreneur

fromwww.theguardian.com

The Cybertruck was supposed to be apocalypse-proof. Can it even survive a trip to the grocery store?

The Cybertruck is marketed as an indestructible vehicle for apocalyptic scenarios, but its desirability and practicality are under scrutiny.

fromCreative Bloq

Another day, another Tesla Cybertruck design fail

The Tesla Cybertruck faces significant design issues, with reports of trim pieces detaching, prompting a hold on new deliveries.

fromTESLARATI

2 weeks ago

Cars

First glimpse of Tesla Model Y with 6 seats, extended wheelbase

Cars

Want to dodge tariffs and buy an all-American car? A Tesla remains your best bet.

Cars

Tesla Updated The Model S And Model X, And The Internet Is Mad

Toronto startup

fromEntrepreneur

Tesla Taking Cybertruck Trade-Ins, Staggering Depreciation | Entrepreneur

Tesla's Cybertruck sales have significantly underperformed with overproduction and trade-in value dropping sharply.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Alternative transportation

The Cybertruck was supposed to be apocalypse-proof. Can it even survive a trip to the grocery store?

fromCreative Bloq

Another day, another Tesla Cybertruck design fail

The Tesla Cybertruck faces significant design issues, with reports of trim pieces detaching, prompting a hold on new deliveries.

Cars

What The ID. Buzz Flop Says About VW's Long-Running U.S. Problem

fromTheregister

German court jails Volkswagen execs over Dieselgate scandal

Volkswagen executives sentenced to jail for their involvement in the Dieselgate emissions scandal.

Why Volkswagen's EV Growth Is A Double-Edged Sword For Profits

Volkswagen Group faces challenges with a 37% profit drop despite increasing electric vehicle sales.

frominsideevs.com

Cars

What The ID. Buzz Flop Says About VW's Long-Running U.S. Problem

fromTheregister

German court jails Volkswagen execs over Dieselgate scandal

Volkswagen executives sentenced to jail for their involvement in the Dieselgate emissions scandal.

Why Volkswagen's EV Growth Is A Double-Edged Sword For Profits

Volkswagen Group faces challenges with a 37% profit drop despite increasing electric vehicle sales.

more#volkswagen

Trump's BBB could help you deduct your auto loan, but it has to be a new car made in the U.S.A. Here's what else you need

The new tax break will be available even to people who don't itemize deductions, but there are some caveats that could limit its reach, including vehicle assembly location and loan issuance date.

US politics

#electric-vehicles

fromWIRED

Cars

5 Big EV Takeaways From Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill'

fromThe Mercury News

E-Commerce

Want to buy an EV or get rooftop solar? What Trump's megabill means for you

fromwww.mercurynews.com

E-Commerce

Want to buy an EV or get rooftop solar? What Trump's megabill means for you

4 weeks ago

Cars

Why it's a smart time to buy an EV

Zeekr's High-Performance Purple Wagon Is The EV You Really Want

The Zeekr 007 GT is an impressive all-electric station wagon aiming to compete with established European brands.

NYC politics

fromNew York Post

Face facts and pull the plug on NY's insane electric-vehicle mandate

New York mandates 35% of 2026 model cars to be emissions-free, but EV sales are significantly below target.

fromWIRED

Cars

5 Big EV Takeaways From Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill'

fromThe Mercury News

E-Commerce

Want to buy an EV or get rooftop solar? What Trump's megabill means for you

fromwww.mercurynews.com

E-Commerce

Want to buy an EV or get rooftop solar? What Trump's megabill means for you

4 weeks ago

Cars

Why it's a smart time to buy an EV

European startups

Zeekr's High-Performance Purple Wagon Is The EV You Really Want

NYC politics

fromNew York Post

Face facts and pull the plug on NY's insane electric-vehicle mandate

New York mandates 35% of 2026 model cars to be emissions-free, but EV sales are significantly below target.

more#electric-vehicles

The Return Of The "Pony". Mustang Gas-Powered Version Tops Mach-E

Ford's Mustang Mach-E is struggling in EV sales compared to the revival of the gas-powered Mustang.

Plug-In Hybrids Now Have More Problems Than EVs Do: J.D. Power

PHEVs rank lowest in quality among new vehicles, with more initial problems than BEVs for the first time according to J.D. Power.

Canada's GDP shrank in April, with hefty decline in manufacturing | CBC News

Canada's economy contracted by 0.1% in April, indicating ongoing economic challenges.

California vs. Trump: The High-Stakes Fight Over Your Next Car

California's automotive regulations have significant influence across the U.S., impacting 40% of new vehicle sales.

fromThe Mercury News

Tesla suffers No. 1 used-car price drop, by this math

Used Tesla prices dropped 8% this year, the highest decline among auto brands.

Republicans are determined to make you pay more for gas

The auto industry's support for relaxing fuel efficiency standards threatens consumer costs and environmental health.

China is flexing its supply chain muscles - and the auto industry is freaking out

China's restrictions on rare earth magnets disrupt the auto industry, prompting US and European carmakers to seek alternative supply chains.

Ford Quality Continues to Collapse

Ford's quality issues are evident as recent recalls total over 1.6 million vehicles, overshadowing its vehicle sales achievements.

Cars

Ford Increases Mustang Price by $2,000

Cryptocurrency

Ford (F) And GM's Stocks Are About To Get Tariff Whipsawed Again. Just Wait.

Ford Quality Continues to Collapse

Ford's quality issues are evident as recent recalls total over 1.6 million vehicles, overshadowing its vehicle sales achievements.

Cars

Ford Increases Mustang Price by $2,000

Cryptocurrency

Ford (F) And GM's Stocks Are About To Get Tariff Whipsawed Again. Just Wait.

China's rare earth restrictions halt first auto industry production lines

China's export restrictions on rare earth minerals threaten the auto industry in the US and Europe, risking production halts.

The Alpine A390 Is France's Answer To The Porsche Macan EV

Alpine has revealed its first bespoke electric vehicle, the A390, equipped with a tri-motor setup that delivers a thrilling driving experience with aggressive styling.

Cars

Ford (F) Price Prediction and Forecast 2025-2030 (May 2025)

Ford shares rose 15% recently, buoyed by a strong dividend yield amidst broader market gains.

#ontario

Toronto startup

Ford set to speak after Honda postpones Ontario EV supply chain | CBC News

Toronto startup

Ontario offers $11 billion in tax relief, rebates to businesses stung by U.S. tariffs | CBC News

Toronto startup

Ford set to speak after Honda postpones Ontario EV supply chain | CBC News

Toronto startup

Ontario offers $11 billion in tax relief, rebates to businesses stung by U.S. tariffs | CBC News

U.S. car prices, consumer demand surge in April after tariffs hit | CBC News

U.S. new-vehicle prices increased significantly in April primarily due to auto tariffs, impacting consumer behavior.

Inflation in car prices is driven by heightened demand amid expectations of future price hikes due to tariffs.

fromwww.npr.org

fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Can't-miss interviews: Mohsen Mahdawi, Steve Bannon and Maura Healey on Harvard cuts

NPR covers significant news highlights including Mohsen Mahdawi's reflections on his detention and Trump's economic policies affecting universities and the auto industry.

Aston Martin Elevates the Drive with the 2025 DBX S SUV | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

The 2025 DBX S exemplifies high-performance luxury, blending supercar power with SUV practicality and elegance.

Trump celebrates first 100 days in office with raucous Michigan rally

Trump's rally in Michigan emphasized job growth in the auto industry linked to tax policies.

Cars

Ted Cruz says even American-made cars could get way more expensive due to Trump's auto tariffs

European startups

Are US car plants being built at record rates, as Trump claims?

US Elections

fromNew York Post

Trump celebrates first 100 days in office with raucous Michigan rally

Trump's rally in Michigan emphasized job growth in the auto industry linked to tax policies.

Cars

Ted Cruz says even American-made cars could get way more expensive due to Trump's auto tariffs

European startups

Are US car plants being built at record rates, as Trump claims?

more#trump

fromForbes

How AI Tools Are Accelerating Growth For Auto Dealerships

AI-powered tools can help auto dealers maintain responsiveness that consumers expect, along with several other benefits to efficiency, profitability and growth.

Artificial intelligence

#tariffs

Cars

'A good time to get a new car': Tariff fears driving auto sales boost in Detroit | CBC News

Cars

Auto industry tariffs are doing what now? 24 hours of White House confusion

Cars

U.S. auto industry warns new auto parts tariffs will hike prices, cut sales | CBC News

Cars

Volvo Fires People as Tariffs Bite

fromwww.npr.org

US news

Tariffs threaten to push auto insurance rates even higher

Cars

The Trump tariff auto sales rush is on

Cars

'A good time to get a new car': Tariff fears driving auto sales boost in Detroit | CBC News

Cars

Auto industry tariffs are doing what now? 24 hours of White House confusion

U.S. auto industry warns new auto parts tariffs will hike prices, cut sales | CBC News

U.S. auto industry groups warn against 25% tariffs on imported auto parts, stressing negative impacts on sales, prices, and supply chains.

Volvo Fires People as Tariffs Bite

Tariffs on cars and parts threaten American auto industry, leading to price hikes, layoffs, and potential industry turmoil.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

Tariffs threaten to push auto insurance rates even higher

Cars

The Trump tariff auto sales rush is on

'In a fight with one man': Trump's tariffs have autoworkers in Oshawa, Ont., on edge | CBC News

Oshawa's autoworkers face unprecedented job threats due to U.S. tariffs initiated by Donald Trump on imported vehicles.

#germany

fromThe Local Germany

Inside Germany: Hard-hitting tariffs, cherry blossoms and spring time festivities

Germany is facing significant economic challenges due to Trump's sweeping tariffs, which have spurred mixed reactions.

fromwww.dw.com

Germany news

Germany's unemployment rate rises to 6.3% in March DW 03/28/2025

fromThe Local Germany

Inside Germany: Hard-hitting tariffs, cherry blossoms and spring time festivities

Germany is facing significant economic challenges due to Trump's sweeping tariffs, which have spurred mixed reactions.

fromwww.dw.com

Germany's unemployment rate rises to 6.3% in March DW 03/28/2025

Germany's March unemployment rose sharply, doubling analysts' forecasts and indicating economic strain.

more#germany

#trump-administration

fromFast Company

European startups

Trump's tariffs will hurt the entire auto industry-but especially EVs

The Trump administration's auto tariffs are expected to significantly increase vehicle prices, especially for SUVs and electric vehicles.

GM, Toyota, Stellantis Back New Bill To Weaken Fuel Economy Rules

Trump's auto industry policies are contradicting progress towards cleaner energy and job creation.

fromFast Company

Trump's tariffs will hurt the entire auto industry-but especially EVs

The Trump administration's auto tariffs are expected to significantly increase vehicle prices, especially for SUVs and electric vehicles.

more#trump-administration

GM, Toyota, Stellantis Back New Bill To Weaken Fuel Economy Rules

Trump's auto industry policies are contradicting progress towards cleaner energy and job creation.

Trump's auto tariffs could help China's carmakers, experts say

China's automakers could benefit from US tariffs on imported vehicles, gaining competitive advantage over global rivals.

#trade-policy

US Elections

ANALYSIS | World braces for battery of Trump tariffs on Wednesday | CBC News

fromwww.mediaite.com

Tech industry

Fox News Anchor Confronts Pro-Trump Senator With Brutal Forecast: Does Not Sound Like a Manufacturing Boom'

US Elections

ANALYSIS | World braces for battery of Trump tariffs on Wednesday | CBC News

fromwww.mediaite.com

Tech industry

Fox News Anchor Confronts Pro-Trump Senator With Brutal Forecast: Does Not Sound Like a Manufacturing Boom'

Auto Sales Surged in Anticipation of Trump's Tariffs

March saw a notable surge in auto sales due to impending tariffs.

Your Ferrari could cost up to 10% more under Trump's tariffs

Ferrari stated that under President Trump's new tariffs, its car prices will increase by up to 10%, affecting models except for the 296, SF90, and Roma.

Cars

Europe news

fromwww.nytimes.com

Friday Briefing

Trump's proposed 25% car tariffs are causing instability in the global auto industry and could spark significant retaliatory measures.

This May Be Hyundai's Secret Weapon In The EV Wars

Hyundai's early investments in EVs positioned it as a major competitor in the U.S. market, second only to Tesla, amidst a climate of federal support.

Gadgets

fromThe Local Germany

New blow to German auto sector as Audi announces job cuts

Audi's decision to cut 7,500 jobs aims to enhance productivity amid immense challenges in the auto industry, particularly with slowing EV demand and rising competition.

Germany news

These Are the Best New Cars for Your Money

New car prices are at an all-time high in the U.S., making vehicle purchasing a significant financial decision for consumers.

fromFlipboard

Consumer Reports Say Avoid These Popular Cars Like The Plague

Popularity of vehicles often comes from factors unrelated to their quality.

Brand loyalty and dealership experiences heavily influence consumer choices.

fromBoston.com