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US auto tariffs shake global industry as higher prices, job losses loom

The article from MSN discusses the potential impact of the U.S. considering new tariffs on automobiles, which could significantly affect the global automotive industry. The U.S. is contemplating increasing tariffs on imported vehicles, a move that could lead to higher car prices for consumers and job losses in the auto sector. This proposal has stirred concerns about retaliatory measures from trading partners like the European Union and Japan, potentially leading to a trade war. The automotive industry, already grappling with supply chain issues, chip shortages, and the transition to electric vehicles, fears that these tariffs could disrupt global supply chains further, increase costs, and reduce competitiveness. Industry leaders and trade experts are calling for negotiations to avoid such tariffs, highlighting the interconnected nature of the global auto market where parts and vehicles cross borders multiple times during production.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/us-auto-tariffs-shake-global-industry-as-higher-prices-job-losses-loom/ar-AA1BMQo8 ]