Group 1 - The U.S. government has implemented a 15% tariff on EU imported cars and automotive products starting August 1, which is a significant increase from the previous 2.5% most-favored-nation rate [2] - The tariff is expected to have a disastrous impact on German car manufacturers, who account for 73% of EU car exports to the U.S., with projected exports to the U.S. reaching €38.4 billion in 2024 [2] - Major German car companies, including Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Volkswagen, have reported double-digit declines in net profits in the first half of the year due to the high tariffs [2] Group 2 - U.S. automakers are also facing financial losses due to the tariffs, with General Motors reporting a loss of $1.1 billion in the second quarter and Ford estimating annual losses between $2 billion to $3 billion [3] - The trade negotiations have highlighted the EU's energy dependency, as the EU Commission President had to agree to increase U.S. liquefied natural gas imports as part of the deal [2] - The trade conflict may be just beginning, indicating potential for further developments in the ongoing trade negotiations [4]
确定了!8月1日起,美国对欧盟汽车征收15%关税
Zhong Guo Qi Che Bao Wang·2025-09-25 05:36