Another round of auto tariffs just went into effect. They could change the industry forever

Just How American Actually Is A Tesla? Here's Where The Key Components Come From

With tariffs in effect, many are curious about where our vehicles come from. According to Tesla, its cars are the most American, but how true is that statement?

The 25% US duties on imported car components come into force. Trump tries to mitigate the effect with refunds for American car manufacturers.

There are facilities for manufacturers with final assembly in the country. They can be refunded part of the duties.

As you should know, the European automotive industry is in crisis. Backsliding sales of new cars and the transition to electric cars demanding a lot of investment, many manufacturers see their financial performance negatively affected by this situation. As if that were not enough, the United States, under the impetus of its president, Donald Trump, has decided to introduce tariffs to the tune of 25% for manufacturers on the US market.

In the U.S., the tariffs announced by President Trump have entered into force on certain car parts. Since midnight (local time) 25 percent surcharge applies. There are facilitations for manufacturers that end up their vehicles in the U.S. They can be refunded part of the tariffs. Moreover, in general, for car parts the additional tariffs on aluminium and steel should not be due. This should avoid a double burden.

Washington (dpa) – In the US, the tariffs announced by President Trump have entered into force on certain car parts. Since midnight (local time) 25 percent surcharge applies. There are facilitations for manufacturers that end-mount their vehicles in the US. They can be refunded part of the tariffs. Moreover, in general, the additional tariffs on aluminium and steel are not due for car parts. This is to avoid a double burden. These exceptions had…