Cars and the Tariffs That Loom
About this episode
Tariffs are a hot topic in the automotive world, and this episode dives deep into their implications for the car industry. Host Jay Finning discusses the recent EU fines for major automakers, the potential 25% tariffs on non-American-made cars, and how these changes could affect consumers. He also shares personal experiences with Facebook Marketplace, including selling wheels and the frustrations of buying equipment. The episode features a lively debate on the impact of tariffs on both new and used vehicles, and how they may influence car buying decisions moving forward.
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In this episode, various topics related to the automotive world. The show kicks off by exploring tariffs and their implications for the car industry. EU fines automakers $496 million for recycling program collusion.
The potential impact of a 25% tariff on non-American-made cars and car parts.
What's up with Facebook Marketplace? Wins and frustrations. Is it time to replace the Infiniti FX? In addition, the episode touches on the political dimensions of transgender athletes in sports and rounds off with a conversational section on car news and industry updates.
00:00 Introduction and Today's Topics
00:05 Facebook Marketplace Experiences
00:37 Transgender Athlete Controversy in Fencing
04:02 Gas Prices and Consumer Habits
09:01 Car Buying Decisions and Market Trends
10:57 Tariffs and the Car Industry
22:01 Impact of Tariffs on Car Imports and Parts
24:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Links Referenced in this video:
https://www.binary.org.au/teenage_boys_vs_adult_female_athletes
https://ustr.gov/issue-areas/reciprocal-tariff-calculations
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-03/trump-reciprocal-tariffs-chart-explained/105131002
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"...a, what was it, early 2000s, maybe late 90s Honda Accord. And it was his car had ADC sport exhaust."
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