Car makers ask Trump to block Chinese vehicles before Xi meeting

UPDATE - follow-up to Auto industry urges Trump to bar Chinese automakers in U.S. ahead of Xi visit - cnbc.com: Vehicle manufacturers are asking political leaders to stop Chinese car brands from entering the American market. This request comes right before a planned meeting with foreign leadership. Industry groups want officials to take strict action to protect local companies from foreign competition. Leaders have not yet announced what steps they will take in response to this major request. Earlier report (2026-09-19 14:39): UPDATE - follow-up to Auto industry urges Trump to bar Chinese automakers in U.S. ahead of Xi visit - CNBC: Car companies want leaders to keep Chinese vehicles out of the United States. Leaders in the vehicle business made this request as a meeting approaches between top officials.