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Canada to scale back retaliatory tariffs for US imports on Sept. 1
The country will lift levies on goods compliant with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement while maintaining sector-specific duties on steel, aluminum and cars.
By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 22, 2025 -
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Energy Department to boost critical mineral supply with $1B funding
The financial support is part of the Trump administration’s effort to reduce reliance on foreign sources of critical minerals, especially from China.
By Antone Gonsalves • Aug. 22, 2025 -
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US, EU agree to terms of framework trade pact
The two trading partners documented provisions of a deal that would set a 15% tariff on many EU imports, including cars, auto parts, pharmaceuticals and semiconductors.
By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 21, 2025 -
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US expands scope of Section 232 steel, aluminum tariffs
Truck trailers, certain car parts and numerous household appliances will now face 50% levies, per guidance from Customs and Border Protection.
By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 19, 2025 -
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DOT relaunches EV charging fund with stripped-down guidance
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said he does not "agree with subsidizing green energy," but he will run the NEVI program "efficiently."
By Robert Walton • Aug. 18, 2025 -
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Trump says semiconductor tariffs to come next week
The president indicated that duties on chips would be “approximately 100%” earlier this month.
By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 15, 2025 -
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Ford recalls 312K vehicles for loss of power brake assist
The problem was escalated to the automaker’s Critical Concern Review Group on May 14 after the issue was identified on a management lease vehicle.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 13, 2025 -
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Fewer traffic deaths reported in early 2025
According to federal data, 8,055 people were killed on U.S. roads in the first three months of 2025, a 6.3% decline compared to the same period in 2024.
By Kalena Thomhave • Aug. 7, 2025 -
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Trump plans 100% tariffs for semiconductor imports
Chips are one of several product types currently under Section 232 investigation by the White House, a frequent precursor to duties.
By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 7, 2025 -
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Ford recalls 56K F-150 pickups for seat belt warning chime
The latest recall is the automaker’s 94th in 2025, the highest-ever for an automaker in a given year.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 6, 2025 -
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EU delays countermeasures to US tariffs by 6 months
The bloc has now paused implementation three times, with the latest moratorium coming after reaching a framework deal with the U.S.
By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 5, 2025 -
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FCA US recalls 121K Jeep models for second-row head restraint issue
The headrests may not lock in the upright position due to an interference condition, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 1, 2025 -
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US to install country-specific tariffs Aug. 7
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday officially codifying rates for over 60 trading partners while pushing back implementation by seven days.
By Philip Neuffer • July 31, 2025 -
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US unveils details for 50% copper tariff
The plan includes levies on semi-finished copper products and their derivatives, a sales requirement for copper scrap and some exceptions for auto parts.
By Philip Neuffer • July 31, 2025 -
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US, South Korea strike tariff deal, Trump says
Under the proposed agreement, imports from South Korea would be subject to a 15% tariff while U.S.-originating goods would be exempt from duties.
By Kelly Stroh • July 30, 2025 -
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US, EU agree to lower tariffs in ‘framework’ deal
Most imports from the bloc would face a 15% tariff under the pact, U.S. President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced Sunday.
By Philip Neuffer • July 27, 2025 -
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Blind spots in popular vehicles have grown in recent years: IIHS
A new research technique may help determine whether changes in driver visibility have contributed to rising pedestrian and cyclist deaths.
By Kalena Thomhave • July 25, 2025 -
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EU preps latest round of US tariff countermeasures
The European Commission plans to install duties of up to 30%, starting Aug. 7, if the bloc cannot reach a deal with the U.S. by the end of the month.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated July 25, 2025 -
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US, Japan reach deal on tariffs, market access
If finalized, the agreement would place a 15% duty on imports from Japan, including for cars and auto parts.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated July 24, 2025 -
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Ford recalls 694K Bronco Sport, Escape SUVs for cracked fuel injectors
The issue can result in a gas leak on models equipped with 1.5L engines, which can lead to an underhood fire.
By Eric Walz • July 18, 2025 -
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Volvo Cars takes $1.2B impairment charge
Ahead of reporting its Q2 earnings, the automaker cited U.S. tariffs and EV delays for the setback.
By Larry Avila • July 15, 2025 -
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EU, Canada delay retaliatory tariffs against US
Meanwhile, Brazil announced its own countermeasures while Mexico remains confident it will reach a deal by Aug. 1.
By Philip Neuffer • July 15, 2025 -
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Ford recalls 850K vehicles for defective fuel pumps
The automaker has issued 89 recalls this year, which potentially extend to over 5.2 million vehicles.
By Eric Walz • July 14, 2025 -
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US plans 30% tariffs on EU, Mexico
President Donald Trump unveiled the new duty rates, set to begin Aug. 1, in separate letters shared on social media Saturday morning.
By Max Garland , Philip Neuffer • July 12, 2025 -
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US plans 35% tariffs on Canada imports
President Donald Trump said the duties will take effect Aug. 1 while decrying the country’s retaliatory levies to U.S. tariffs.
By Philip Neuffer • July 11, 2025
