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Ford, Trump and Tariff

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As American businesses and shoppers try to figure out the effects of President Donald Trump’s tariffs, one research center is offering estimates on what his new import taxes mean for automakers.
The Boston Globe |
his administration abruptly said it would suspend these higher rates for 90 days, and instead maintain a recently-imposed 10% levy on nearly all global imports.
The New York Times |
“Whenever anything happens around here and it affects JLR big time, all the other subsidiary companies tend to have to lose workers, which then has an impact for the wider community,” she said.

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GM, Ford and Stellantis face extra $5,000 cost for each car made in America, thanks to Trump’s tariff on parts
As American businesses and shoppers try to figure out the effects of President Donald Trump’s tariffs, one research center is offering estimates on what his new import taxes mean for automakers.
Ford, GM, Stellantis face estimated $42 billion cost from Trump’s auto tariffs
A new analysis has found that President Trump's 25% auto tariffs will increase costs for the auto industry as a whole by about $108 billion.
Trump’s Tariff Pause Didn’t End the Trade War. Global Auto Makers Are Worried.
Now, Trump’s 25 percent tariff blitz on many foreign auto imports, which is still in place even as he paused a broader set of so-called “reciprocal” tariffs for 90 days, is
Trump pauses steeper tariffs for most countries, while hiking levies on China. Here’s what we know.
A number of import taxes are still in place, and with many back-and-forth tariff actions and threats, it can be tough to keep track of where things stand.
The Funniest Memes About Donald Trump’s Idiotic Tariffs
Canada and Mexico also have some goods that now have 25% tariffs attached. But that could all change in the blink of an eye, depending on our fascist president’s whims. If nothing else, Trump’s inconsistency and incredibly ridiculous rationalizations have provided an opportunity for a laugh because these were some of the most amusing memes we’ve seen this week.
Trump pauses tariffs on most nations for 90 days, raises taxes on Chinese imports
Facing a global market meltdown, Trump on Wednesday abruptly backed down on his tariffs on most nations for 90 days, but raised his tax rate on Chinese imports to 125%.
No Relief for Carmakers in an English Town: ‘Everybody Is Nervous’
President Trump’s auto tariffs remain in place. In Solihull, where Jaguar Land Rover employs 9,000 people, residents are anxious about the 25 percent tax on vehicles imported to the United States.
Where Trump’s Tariffs Stand Now
Trump has paused the higher tariffs for most countries but still imposed a 10% baseline.
South Korean Auto Stocks Fall Sharply Amid Tariff Woes
Trump's tariff pause doesn't apply to the 25% U.S. auto levy already effective since early April. The U.S. auto tariff could cost Hyundai Motor an extra expense of 8.800 trillion won, equivalent to $6.
UBS downgrades GM as Trump tariffs hit sales and raise costs
UBS is getting bearish on General Motors (GM) and President Trump’s 25% auto tariffs are to blame. UBS downgraded GM to Neutral from Buy and lowered its price target to $51 from $64, claiming tariff impact will result in weaker sales and higher costs.
General Motors to Suspend Production, Lay Off 500 at Electric Vehicle Plant in Ontario
General Motors has temporarily halted production of its BrightDrop electric delivery van as the automaker will initiate temporary layoffs starting April 14 and workers will return in May for limited production.
GM Just Blinked After Trump’s Tariff War Escalated
Not long after President Trump announced massive 25% tariffs on automotive imports in the United States, General Motors has responded by revealing it will increase production of light-duty trucks at its assembly plant in Fort Wayne,
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Trump Import Tariffs Could Compromise GM Korea Longterm Stability
The longterm stability of GM's South Korean division, GM Korea, has been called into question in the face of new tariffs enacted by the Trump administration.
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GM and Ford leaders' messages to employees indicate impact from Trump tariffs
GM leadership said teams are studying the Trump tariff mandate to devise scenarios to best navigate any impacts from the taxes. Ford CEO Jim Farley expects impact from tariffs to be "significant" across the industry. Both companies advise workforce to stay ...
GM Lays Off 200 Workers At EV Plant And It’s Not Because Of Trump
Factory Zero production is being readjusted as GM needs to rethink its EV strategy in light of the current market situation
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Trump Tariffs Will Lead To Much Smaller UAW GM Worker Profit Checks, Analysts Say
Financial analysts are predicting Trump tariffs could reduce profit-sharing checks for UAW members who build cars for American automakers, including GM.
General Motors to increase production in Indiana following Trump’s tariffs
General Motors is the latest automobile company to respond to President Donald Trump’s newly implemented auto tariffs, announcing it will be ramping up production in Indiana. The shake-up for GM, known for brands such as Chevrolet,
GM Pausing Canadian Plant, But Tariffs Are Least Of Its Concerns
According to Unifor, GM will initiate temporary layoffs on April 14 and then bring workers back for limited production in May. Production
GM’s cost for cars made in Mexico or Canada to rise by $4,300 per vehicle and dent profit
UBS downgraded GM’s stock to neutral from buy and slashed its price target on the stock to $51 from $64. Analysts also cut their first-quarter earnings estimate for GM to $2.79 a share from $2.89. The auto giant reports its first-quarter results on April 29.
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