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US enacts Japan tariff deal
Automakers will pay just a 15% tariff instead of the 25% section 232 tariff for vehicles and auto parts deemed “products of Japan.”
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 5, 2025 -
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Ford recalls 499K crossovers for rear brakes hoses that could rupture
The Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX models were previously recalled in April 2021 for front brake hose leaks.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 4, 2025 -
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FCA US recalls 79K Jeep Wranglers for tire pressure monitor fault
Models equipped with an optional remote start feature may have a pinched or shorted antenna cable, causing a malfunction of the tire pressure warning system.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 3, 2025 -
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Ford recalls more than 355K F-Series trucks for blank instrument cluster displays
The automaker has issued 109 recalls since the start of the year, extending to over 7.8 million vehicles.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 2, 2025 -
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Ford recalls over 100K F-150 pickups for broken rear axle bolts
Service technicians found broken bolts during routine maintenance, elevating the issue to the automaker's Critical Concern Review Group in June.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 27, 2025 -
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Major companies reframing, not abandoning, DEI: report
More than half of S&P 100 companies adjusted their diversity, equity and inclusion messaging in major filings in 2025, according to The Conference Board.
By Lauren Schenkman • Aug. 26, 2025 -
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As tariff impacts spread, new vehicle prices and inventories are set to rise
A resilient used car market “remains a relative bright spot,” according to digital marketplace and research site CarGurus.
By Kalena Thomhave • Aug. 26, 2025 -
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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
