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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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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 an hour ago -
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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 Philip Neuffer • April 7, 2025 -
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Deep DiveGlobal 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 vehicles will not apply to automotive parts or vehicle content from Mexico, Prime Minister Mark Carney said.
By Philip Neuffer • April 4, 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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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 -
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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 2, 2025 -
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Manufacturing economy stalls amid tariff confusion
The industry is bracing for the impact of the Trump administration's upcoming "Liberation Day," on April 2, set to bring a slew of widespread tariffs.
By Kate Magill • April 1, 2025 -
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Cleveland-Cliffs lays off more than 1,200 workers as tariffs hit demand
A number of North American steel manufacturers are struggling to deal with the impacts of the Trump administration’s trade policy.
By Kate Magill • March 31, 2025 -
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Honda fined $632K for violating California Consumer Privacy Act
A state enforcement agency said the automaker made customers share excessive personal information with third parties without providing contract terms.
By Eric Walz • March 31, 2025 -
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US auto tariffs begin, parts tariffs to start May 3
A 25% import tax is being applied to foreign vehicles, though a federal register notice clarifies foreign parts will be taxed at a later date.
By Kelly Stroh • Updated April 3, 2025 -
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Tariffs, seasonal demand drive flatbed trucking rate increases
Companies are racing to stockpile steel and other goods amid tariff whiplash, sparking rising costs in for the products' transportation.
By Alejandra Carranza • March 26, 2025 -
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Nissan, SK On announce $661M EV battery supply deal
The automaker will use the batteries for electric vehicles manufactured at its assembly plant in Mississippi.
By Kelly Stroh • March 20, 2025 -
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Tariffs are paused for USMCA-compliant goods. How can companies qualify?
Businesses that previously found pursuing USMCA treatment cost prohibitive are scrambling to determine if they meet the trade deal’s requirements.
By Philip Neuffer • March 19, 2025 -
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Toyota subsidiary to acquire Radius Recycling in $907M deal
The deal is expected to expand Toyota’s closed loop system for materials like steel, precious metals and batteries used by automotive manufacturers.
By Jacob Wallace • March 17, 2025 -
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Auto industry hails EPA emissions rollback
However, a representative for the Electric Vehicle Association called the Trump administration’s action “unfortunate.”
By Larry Avila • March 14, 2025 -
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Trump reverses Canada steel, aluminum tariff hike
The new duties will go into effect Wednesday as part of a broader action against imports of the two metals.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated March 11, 2025 -
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Toyota halts RAV4 production in Japan after deadly explosion at supplier
The disruption should not impact the automaker’s production of the vehicle in the U.S., a company spokesperson said.
By Larry Avila • March 7, 2025 -
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Trump extends tariff pause to all USMCA goods
Imports from Mexico and Canada that are compliant with the trade deal will not be subject to tariffs until April 2.
By Philip Neuffer • March 6, 2025 -
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US pauses auto tariffs by one month
The exemption covers cars imported through the USMCA and comes after President Donald Trump spoke with the Big Three automakers.
By Philip Neuffer • March 5, 2025 -
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Trump’s trade war heats up as countries retaliate against tariffs
Mexico, Canada and China all announced they would counter the president's orders after additional duties went into effect this week.
By Philip Neuffer , Edwin Lopez , Max Garland • March 4, 2025 -
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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 Philip Neuffer • March 3, 2025 -
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Ford recalls 240K SUVs for loose seat belt bolts
The automaker said dealerships will replace any defective parts and provide repairs free of charge.
By Eric Walz • Feb. 26, 2025 -
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GlobalFoundries, Analog Devices push diversification as they prepare for tariffs
Chipmakers are under renewed supply chain pressure following the Trump administration's plan for a 25% levy on semiconductors.
By Kate Magill • Feb. 21, 2025
