Second-largest carmaker stops US imports after tariffs bite
What
Second-largest carmaker stops US imports after tariffs bite Second-largest carmaker stops US imports after tariffs bite Volkswagen has paused imports to America following the introduction of Trump's new car tariff Volkswagen Group has made the shock decision to put all US-bound cars on hold after introducing a 25% tariff on all imported models.
Key points
- Second-largest carmaker stops US imports after tariffs bite Volkswagen has paused imports to America following the introduction of Trump's new car tariff Volkswagen Group has made the shock decision to put all US-bound cars on hold after introducing a 25% tariff on all imported models.
- President Trump's self-proclaimed 'Liberation Day' saw a number of tariffs introduced in a bid to boost American industry, one of the most dramatic of which was a 25% tax on all imported cars.
- Volkswagen has been producing vehicles in America since 1978 and currently builds several popular models, such as the Atlas SUV and ID.4 electric crossover, in its Tennessee factory.
- However, other Volkswagen models, including the Jetta saloon and Tiguan SUV, are made in neighbouring Mexico, while the Golf is imported from Germany.
- Whilst Volkswagen has a sizable factory in America, most models are imported from Germany and Mexico.
Who
Volkswagen; America; Trump
When
Second-largest carmaker stops US
Where
US; America; Germany
Why
Second-largest carmaker stops US imports after tariffs bite Volkswagen has paused imports to America following the introduction of Trump's new car tariff Volkswagen Group has made the shock decision to put all US-bound cars on hold after introducing a 25% tariff on all imported models.
How
According to a memo sent to car dealers, Volkswagen Group will also freeze shipments to America until further notice, with the company said to have just under three months' worth of remaining stock.
Impact
They explained: "We share the assessment of most experts that US tariffs and any counter-tariffs will have negative consequences for growth and prosperity in the US and other economic areas.
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