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U.S. Carmakers Accuse EU of Blocking American Trucks

4/8/2026

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U.S. carmakers accuse Brussels of blocking their largest pick-up trucks from European roads, per a Financial Times report.
The claim centers on models such as the Ford F-150, Chevy Silverado, and Ram 1500.
U.S. Ambassador to the European Union (EU) Andrew Puzder says proposed changes to safety rules could violate the trade deal's spirit by restricting the sale of certain American vehicles in Europe.

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U.S. carmakers accuse Brussels of blocking their largest pick-up trucks from European roads, per a Financial Times report.
The claim centers on models such as the Ford F-150, Chevy Silverado, and Ram 1500.
U.S. Ambassador to the European Union (EU) Andrew Puzder says proposed changes to safety rules could violate the trade deal's spirit by restricting the sale of certain American vehicles in Europe.