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Join us at 2 p.m. EDT on April 3 for a live talk with industry leaders on the Trump administration’s tariffs and their impact on the auto industry.   Moderated by Automotive News Deputy Editor Hannah Lutz and presented by Cars Commerce, our guests will be:   Jennifer Newman, editor-in-chief, Cars.com Jarrod Kilway, vice president of digital operations, Casa Auto Group Kevin Tynan, director of research, The Presidio Group Jennifer Morand, president, Chicago Automobile Trade Association John Irwin, supplier reporter, Automotive News   They will share insights on what automakers, suppliers, retailers and consumers may expect as tariffs go into effect. They also will take your questions.   You can ask a question in advance in the comment section below.

Two smaller parts of the automotive ecosystem, the dealers who import classic Japanese and European cars, and the companies that sell restoration parts for American classics, are just as confused as the rest of the industry about the tariffs scheduled to start April 3. Gary Duncan, owner of Duncan Imports, the Virginia mega-importer of thousands of Japanese and European classics, figures he’s on the hook for a big bill if the auto industry tariffs apply to the vehicles he has on the way. “I have Porsches, BMWs, and a Ferrari coming. Plus, more! Probably tag me for $200,000,” he wrote to Automotive News in an email. Duncan said he has not been informed whether the 25 percent tariff applies to the classic vehicles he imports.—— Read the rest of this story here: https://lnkd.in/gWBWecnD #japan #america #march #spring #usa #springtime #automotive #news #cars #classiccars #tariffs #trump #president

Mercedes-Benz AG is considering withdrawing its least expensive cars from the U.S. because President Donald Trump’s auto tariffs would likely make their sales economically unfeasible.

Leading Stellantis as interim CEO since December has been John Elkann, who has been chairman of Stellantis since its founding in January 2021

This clip from our Livestream Chat features Matt Serra, President of Serra Automotive, discussing the group's growth and strategic acquisitions. He highlights their commitment to partnerships, talent development, and investments to continue expanding. Joining him in the conversation are Senior Editor Dan Shine and Melissa Burden, Director of Retail Coverage. #AutomotiveGrowth #DealershipSuccess #LivestreamChat #SerraAutomotive #StrategicAcquisitions #InvestmentOpportunities #RetailCoverage #AutomotiveLeadership #BusinessExpansion #Partnerships

GMC aims to attract Sierra EV buyers with lower prices, more trims, and varied battery options.

Hyundai Motor North America enjoyed strong first-quarter and March results between its Hyundai and Genesis nameplates thanks to continued demand for crossovers as well as the automaker’s robust mix of powertrain offerings.

Subaru extended its month-over-month sales streak in March to 32, finishing the first quarter up 9.1 percent to 166,957. In March, Subaru was up 17 percent to 71,478.

Mercedes-Benz USA dealer network chief Frank Diertl will retire July 4. In a March 31 memo sent to dealers and reviewed by Automotive News, CEO Dimitri Psillakis announced Diertl’s departure and did not disclose a successor.

Strong demand for Volkswagen of America’s entry models — the Jetta compact sedan and the Taos subcompact crossover— helped keep sales momentum going into the first quarter of 2025.