Trump tariff to take effect worldwide

Trump tariff to take effect worldwide

Author: Autovista24 March 28, 2025 Duration: 7:58

US President Donald Trump confirms a 25% vehicle import tariff, carmakers make production gains, and Changan expands its European presence. Autovista24 journalist Tom Hooker explores the week’s biggest automotive news stories in The Automotive Update podcast.


Which carmakers will be hit hardest by Trump’s automotive import tariffs? How has Europe reacted? Which carmaker is starting production of a much-anticipated future model direction? These questions are answered in the latest edition of The Automotive Update.


Show notes

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Each week, the team at Autovista24 sits down to untangle the complex and fast-moving world of the car industry. The Automotive Update by Autovista24 is more than a headlines roundup; it’s a focused conversation that digs into the strategic shifts, economic pressures, and technological innovations reshaping automotive business. You’ll hear clear analysis on everything from electric vehicle markets and regulatory changes to supply chain developments and consumer trends, all delivered with a depth that goes beyond the news bulletin. This podcast serves as an essential audio briefing for professionals who need to understand the implications behind the week’s biggest stories. Tune in for informed perspectives that help make sense of where the industry is headed next, straight from specialists who live and breathe this landscape every day.
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