AAH #737 - DEFCON 1 on Trump's Tariffs; Preparing for the Nuclear Fallout
About this episode
A deep dive into the implications of Trump's tariffs on the automotive industry, featuring economist Edgar Fowler from the Center for Automotive Research. The discussion covers the immediate challenges for manufacturers, including the complexities of production capabilities and the potential for price increases passed onto consumers. The panel debates the long-term effects on jobs, vehicle affordability, and the intricacies of tariff implementation. Insights into the broader economic landscape and the potential restructuring of state-owned enterprises in China add depth to the conversation, highlighting the interconnectedness of global trade and automotive manufacturing.
Ford Broncos Sport
"... the Mustang mach e in Mexico, We're building the Broncos Sport in Mexico. But these other plants, they're all."
Ford Mustang
"...plants and say, hey, you know, we're building the Mustang mach e in Mexico, We're building the Broncos Spor..."
Ford Maverick
"...by ten thousand dollars in price. Speaker 4: So a Maverick, which is to a price sensitive market, could go u..."
Ford Ranger
".... Speaker 2: What I'm saying, charge more for the Ranger in order to deal with the Maverick. Speaker 1: Ye..."
Ford Fourd Escape
"...averick. Speaker 1: Yeah, So even if you know the FOURD escape made in the US, it will go up by several thousand..."
Renault Modus
"...oing to inflict pain. This is his whole you know, modus operandi and negotiating and then towards the end..."
Cadillac Lyric
"...I think people are going to look at that over the lyric, even if they could afford both. Interestingly, O..."
Chevrolet Nova
"...oing the research and with an iPad sitting out in nova behind it a Walmart at the charging station. I'm ..."
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