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‘It’s fear of the unknown’: Car buyers and dealers ride the tariff storm

Dealerships saw a rise in car sales after tariff announcements, surprising Cox Automotive.
Consumers hoped to purchase vehicles before new tariffs increased prices, driving demand.
Some, like Kyra Nay, rushed to buy before prices rose; others delayed purchases.
Yanez, a sales manager, noted 80% of their inventory is U.S.-made; Kunes quoted, "Weird times are not new."
Tariffs may cause prices to rise, affecting both new and used car markets.

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WKOW

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Dealership boasts 'tariff proof' vehicles

MIDDLETON, Wis. (WKOW) -- The news around tariffs fluctuates day to day with many industries not quite sure the full extent of potential impacts, including the automotive industry.

2 days ago

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‘It’s fear of the unknown’: Car buyers and dealers ride the tariff storm

In response to U.S. auto tariffs, some London and area new car dealerships are promoting Canadian-made vehicles.

2 days ago·Canada

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Auto sales surge as consumers rush to avoid tariff-induced price hikes

Dealerships across the nation, including in Northern California, have seen a significant rise in car sales as consumers rush to avoid potential price hikes caused by new tariffs.

3 days ago·Sacramento, United States

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5 Used Cars That Offer The Best Value in 2025

If you're in the market for a new car, you may want to go the used car route these days with prices skyrocketing and the threat of tariffs looming. Car dealerships nationwide are offering "pre-tariff" sales. If you do your homework, you can get a reliable used car that maximizes value.Mechanics will be the first to tell you that certain cars are worth staying away from. Likewise, there are cars widely praised as the most reliable. Perhaps not su…

3 days ago

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Tariff chaos sends some drivers racing to buy, while others pump the brakes

With tariffs on cars, materials and parts threatening to send auto prices up, some shoppers are racing to lock in vehicles at pre-tariff prices. Others plan to drive their current rides into the ground.

3 days ago·Washington, United States

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Some rush to buy before tariffs hit

John Gutierrez was thinking about buying a new laptop for the past year. The Austin, Texas, resident needed a computer with faster processing and increased storage for his photography work and had his sights set on a product from a…

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