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Posted March 21, 2019
Under Economic Issues, International Trade Issues, Other Government Departments-Agencies
The public shouldn’t have to take the administration’s word that a Commerce report supports proposed auto tariffs, says the head of a watchdog group suing the White House for access to it. Continue Reading
Posted March 20, 2019
Ahead of a campaign rally at an Ohio tank plant, Trump raged online against the leadership of GM and its unionized workforce, complaining that their actions were undercutting his fight to “Bring jobs home!” Continue Reading
Posted March 06, 2019
After holding steady in 2018, U.S. auto sales are widely expected to fall this year as the fading effects of tax cuts lead to less demand, while automakers also brace for a shakeup if new tariffs are imposed. Continue Reading
Posted February 26, 2019
Plans to convert a former engine factory into the Motor City’s first new assembly plant in a generation are part of a multi-billion investment by Fiat-Chrysler in connection with a new range of Jeep products. Continue Reading
Posted February 21, 2019
Under Economic Issues, International Trade Issues, Logistics & Supply Chain Issues, Other Government Departments-Agencies
Speaking as head of the trade group representing Japanese automakers, Toyota chief Akio Toyoda joined other industry groups warning the Trump administration against the harm its tariffs may cause. Continue Reading
Posted February 20, 2019
Under Economic Issues, EU Customs Issues, International Trade Issues, Logistics & Supply Chain Issues, U.S. Customs Issues
As he mulls the findings of a probe into the “national security” threat posed by imported vehicles, Trump renewed his threat to levy tariffs on European-made autos if a new trade deal can’t be worked out. Continue Reading
