Car makers ask US leader to block Chinese vehicle imports before talks

UPDATE - follow-up to Auto industry urges Trump to keep Chinese automakers out ahead of Xi meeting: Vehicle manufacturers are pressing Donald Trump to shut out Chinese car brands ahead of his planned meeting with Xi Jinping. Industry leaders want strict barriers put in place to stop these competitors from entering the domestic market. Representatives state that high tariffs and border blocks are necessary to protect local production lines and jobs. No final decisions have been announced by the administration regarding the upcoming discussions.