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EU Car Exports Threatened by Potential 25% Tariff

1/23/2025

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In 2023, EU automotive exports to the US hit €56 billion, supporting 13.8 million jobs.
A potential 25% tariff from a second Trump administration could drastically cut EU exports, particularly from Germany and Italy.
Tariff threats have impacted global automaker stock prices and may increase US car prices by $3,000.
Relocating production to the US would be expensive and time-consuming, with costs exceeding $50 billion.

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Story summary

In 2023, EU automotive exports to the US hit €56 billion, supporting 13.8 million jobs.
A potential 25% tariff from a second Trump administration could drastically cut EU exports, particularly from Germany and Italy.
Tariff threats have impacted global automaker stock prices and may increase US car prices by $3,000.
Relocating production to the US would be expensive and time-consuming, with costs exceeding $50 billion.