American car groups ask government to block Chinese vehicles

Major automotive industry groups in the United States are urging the incoming Donald Trump administration to block the import of Chinese vehicles and components. Industry leaders argue that low-COST cars made in China pose a serious threat to American manufacturing jobs and domestic auto companies. The appeal comes as trade tensions grow between the two nations over the fast expansion of electric vehicles and manufacturing capacity overseas. Officials from major trade groups state that without strict trade barriers, local companies will struggle to compete with inexpensive imports entering the market. Lawmakers and industry stakeholders continue to debate the best approach to protect local factories and supply chains from foreign competition.