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  • President Donald Trump stands outside the White House on June 15, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
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    US, Japan reach deal on tariffs, market access

    If finalized, the agreement would place a 15% duty on imports from Japan, including for cars and auto parts.

    By Philip Neuffer • Updated 15 hours ago
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    Ford recalls 694K Bronco Sport, Escape SUVs for cracked fuel injectors

    The issue can result in a gas leak on models equipped with 1.5L engines, which can lead to an underhood fire.

    By July 18, 2025
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    Volvo Cars takes $1.2B impairment charge

    Ahead of reporting its Q2 earnings, the automaker cited U.S. tariffs and EV delays for the setback. 

    By July 15, 2025
  • European Union President Ursula von der Leyen speaks at the NATO summit on June 24, 2025, in The Hague, Netherlands.
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    EU, Canada delay retaliatory tariffs against US

    Meanwhile, Brazil announced its own countermeasures while Mexico remains confident it will reach a deal by Aug. 1.

    By Philip Neuffer • July 15, 2025
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    Ford recalls 850K vehicles for defective fuel pumps

    The automaker has issued 89 recalls this year, which potentially extend to over 5.2 million vehicles.

    By July 14, 2025
  • Donald Trump holds up a pamphlet that says "Foreign Trade Barriers" while speaking at a podium.
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    US plans 30% tariffs on EU, Mexico

    President Donald Trump unveiled the new duty rates, set to begin Aug. 1, in separate letters shared on social media Saturday morning. 

    By Max Garland , Philip Neuffer • July 12, 2025
  • U.S. President Donald Trump speaks next to Canada Prime Minister Mark Carney during the G7 Leaders' Summit on June 16, 2025 in Kananaskis, Alberta.
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    US plans 35% tariffs on Canada imports

    President Donald Trump said the duties will take effect Aug. 1 while decrying the country’s retaliatory levies to U.S. tariffs. 

    By Philip Neuffer • July 11, 2025
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    Ford recalls 200K vehicles for backup camera display fault

    Nearly all of the recalled models are suspected of having defective SYNC 3 infotainment software.

    By July 11, 2025
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    US to levy 50% copper tariffs Aug. 1

    President Donald Trump made the announcement days after indicating duties were coming soon for copper and pharmaceutical imports.

    By Philip Neuffer • July 10, 2025
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    Enforcement, education could reduce traffic deaths from distracted driving: report

    The National Distracted Driving Coalition reviewed traffic enforcement practices shown to help change behaviors and save lives.

    By Dan Zukowski • July 10, 2025
  • The engine bay of a 2023 Nissan Rogue showing the 3-cylinder turbo-charged engine.
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    Nissan recalls nearly 444K vehicles for engine failures

    The powerplants may have manufacturing defects that can lead to failure, according to the NHTSA.

    By July 9, 2025
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    Trump rolls out reciprocal tariffs for Japan, South Korea, others

    The U.S. detailed the rates it will impose on imports from certain countries starting Aug. 1 in mostly identical letters shared by the president.

    By Philip Neuffer • Updated July 12, 2025
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    Auto trade groups praise passage of ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’

    Several associations hailed the extension of certain 2017 tax provisions, though some mourned the phase-out of key provisions for electric vehicles.

    By Updated July 8, 2025
  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks to reporters at the U.S. Capitol on June 27, 2025.
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    US preps for August return of country-specific reciprocal tariffs

    The Trump administration plans to reinstate the levies Aug. 1 after alerting individual trading partners of their specific duty rates starting Monday.

    By Philip Neuffer • July 7, 2025
  • The passenger’s side view of 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV SS in Radiant Red parked outdoors in front of a building.
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    GM recalls 42K Blazer EVs for parking brake wiring issues

    The wiring harness may become damaged or corroded due to flexing, resulting in unintended activation or loss of parking brake function.

    By July 7, 2025
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    US manufacturing activity improved in June, but sentiment remains low

    Weak demand and price increases continued last month as a return of country-specific tariffs looms, according to the Institute for Supply Management.

    By Nathan Owens • July 1, 2025
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    US is in a ‘road safety emergency,’ IIHS president says

    David Harkey criticized the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for not doing more to improve vehicle safety during a House subcommittee hearing last week.

    By Kalena Thomhave • July 1, 2025
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    NHTSA launches safety probe of Range Rover Sport SUVs

    The agency is looking into the structural integrity of the front steering knuckle after reports of cracks that can cause a loss of control or crash.

    By July 1, 2025
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    CPKC aims to remedy service disruptions by mid-July

    Issues with a technology transition have led to increased dwell time and missed switches.

    By June 30, 2025
  • A white 2025 Lincoln Aviator SUV on road with tress and greenery in the background.
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    Ford recalls 133K Lincoln Aviator SUVs for loose exterior trim

    This is the second recall for Aviator models in June, the first of which was for incorrectly installed second-row seat switch bezels.

    By June 30, 2025
  • A red 2024 Chevrolet Silverado Chassis Cab parked at a work site with a bridge and construction machinery in the background.
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    GM recalls 62K Chevrolet Silverado trucks for brake system electrical short

    Because of a resulting fire hazard, the automaker is advising customers to park their vehicles outdoors and away from structures until repairs are completed.

    By June 27, 2025
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    Fed on hold to see if tariff-induced inflation persists, Powell says

    “A majority of my committee has said that they do expect to cut rates between now and the end of the year,” Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said.

    By Jim Tyson • June 26, 2025
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    Honda recalls 259K vehicles for brake pedal defect

    The automaker cites insufficient training at a supplier, which resulted in some brake pedal pins not being properly staked before assembly.

    By June 26, 2025
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    Economy heading toward ‘significant slowdown,’ Conference Board says

    “Maybe we should start thinking about cutting the policy rate at the next meeting, because we don’t want to wait until the job market tanks,” a Federal Reserve official said.

    By Jim Tyson • June 25, 2025
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    Ford recalls over 300K Explorer, Aviator SUVs for binding second-row seat switches

    The automaker is sending out interim notification letters beginning June 23 to alert customers of the safety risk. It will mail a second letter once replacement parts are available.

    By June 25, 2025