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U.S. Automakers Alarmed by Trump's Trade Deal Risks

5/10/2025

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U.S. automakers, led by General Motors and Ford, are voicing strong concerns over President Trump's new trade deal with the U.K. By permitting 100,000 British vehicles to enter the U.S. with reduced tariffs, they fear it may undermine their competitiveness against Asian and European rivals, setting a troubling precedent for future agreements.

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U.S. automakers, led by General Motors and Ford, are voicing strong concerns over President Trump's new trade deal with the U.K. By permitting 100,000 British vehicles to enter the U.S. with reduced tariffs, they fear it may undermine their competitiveness against Asian and European rivals, setting a troubling precedent for future agreements.