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U.S. Cuts Tariffs on South Korean Imports, Boosts Auto Industry

12/4/2025

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The United States will cut tariffs on South Korean imports from 25% to 15%, benefiting Hyundai Motor and General Motors.
Hyundai Motor faced tariff costs totaling $1.2 billion in the third quarter.
General Motors projects tariffs costing $3.5–$4.5 billion for 2025.
Hyundai Motor aims to raise local production to over 80% by 2030.
GM has rising sales of South Korean–produced vehicles, with imports near 422,000 this year.

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The United States will cut tariffs on South Korean imports from 25% to 15%, benefiting Hyundai Motor and General Motors.
Hyundai Motor faced tariff costs totaling $1.2 billion in the third quarter.
General Motors projects tariffs costing $3.5–$4.5 billion for 2025.
Hyundai Motor aims to raise local production to over 80% by 2030.
GM has rising sales of South Korean–produced vehicles, with imports near 422,000 this year.