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American car makers ask Trump to block vehicles made in China

Reported by Siddharth Deshmukh (Staff Writer) · Google News - USA Automobile (search) ·

✓ — also reported by Google News - UK Automobile (search)

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UPDATE - follow-up to U.S. auto industry pleads with Trump to ban Chinese vehicles - Axios: American car makers are now asking Donald Trump to put a complete ban on vehicles coming from China. Companies in the United States want to block these cars to protect local jobs and factories. Chinese auto brands have been growing fast and expanding to new markets. Local industry groups feel this puts American workers at a big risk. Leaders in the sector say strong steps are needed right now. Trump has not shared his final decision yet.

ExplainerWhy this matters

What Happened

American car makers are pushing Donald Trump to block all vehicles made in China from entering the United States.

Why It Matters

This issue directly affects global trade, manufacturing jobs, and the future competition between American and Chinese companies in the car market.

What Happens Next

It remains to be seen if the government will take action or introduce new trade rules, and what response China might give.

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