{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Feb. 21, 2026 | Weekend Drive: Will auto companies get tariff refunds after SCOTUS ruling?","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/feb-21-2026-weekend-drive-will-auto-companies-get-tariff-refunds-after-scotus-ruling","audioUrl":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.buzzsprout.com/2447022/episodes/18720143-feb-21-2026-weekend-drive-will-auto-companies-get-tariff-refunds-after-scotus-ruling.mp3","description":"Automotive News’ Larry P. Vellequette and Automotive News Canada’s Greg Layson discuss the U.S. Supreme Court ruling striking down many of Trump’s tariffs, steep price increases on Canadian and Japanese vehicles, VW workers ratifying their first UAW contract, and the looming threat of humanoid robots to auto manufacturing jobs."},"annotations":[{"startTime":379.02000000000004,"endTime":383.54,"type":"car","title":"Chrysler Pacifica","url":"/cars/chrysler/pacifica","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/8d/%2707_Chrysler_Pacifica.jpg","quote":"...driving a Chrysler Pacifica or a Toyota RAV4. That does not constitute a national threat...","canonicalId":"car:chrysler:pacifica","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Chrysler Pacifica is a minivan known for its spacious interior and family-friendly features. It offers a blend of comfort, technology, and safety, making it a popular choice among families.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Chrysler Pacifica is a family minivan that has a lot of space and features to make driving with kids easier. It's designed to be comfortable and safe for families.","imageAttribution":"Bull-Doser (Public domain)"}},{"startTime":379.02000000000004,"endTime":383.54,"type":"car","title":"Toyota RAV4","url":"/cars/toyota/rav4","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5b/2021_Toyota_RAV4_PHV.jpg","quote":"...or a Toyota RAV4. That does not constitute a national threat...","canonicalId":"car:toyota:rav4","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Toyota RAV4 is a compact SUV that is well-regarded for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and versatility. It is a popular choice for those seeking a practical vehicle for both city and outdoor adventures.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Toyota RAV4 is a small SUV that is known for being reliable and good on gas. It's a great option for people who need a versatile vehicle for different activities.","imageAttribution":"TTTNIS (CC0)"}},{"startTime":560.9,"endTime":565.4,"type":"term","title":"tariffs","url":"/glossary/tariffs","quote":"...notably Toyota paid $10 billion this year in tariffs. They didn't wanna get up there and get in front...","canonicalId":"term:tariffs","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Tariffs are taxes imposed on imported goods, which can increase the cost of those goods for consumers. In the automotive industry, tariffs can lead to higher prices for vehicles and parts.","simplifiedExplanation":"Tariffs are extra fees that countries charge on products coming from other countries. This can make things like cars more expensive for buyers."}},{"startTime":575.5,"endTime":578.2,"type":"term","title":"model year changeover","url":"/glossary/model-year-changeover","quote":"...we have to raise prices because of these tariffs. So what they did, we believed was what we were told they were gonna do was bake them into the model year changeover.","canonicalId":"term:model-year-changeover","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The model year changeover refers to the time when car manufacturers release new models for the upcoming year. This often includes updates in design, features, and pricing.","simplifiedExplanation":"The model year changeover is when car companies start selling new versions of their cars for the next year. This is when they might change how the cars look or what features they have."}},{"startTime":690.7,"endTime":694.6,"type":"brand","title":"Kia","url":"/glossary/kia","quote":"this drop is simply a move by Hyundai Kia. Just to mention, General Motors also was building","canonicalId":"brand:kia","priority":0.9,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Kia is a South Korean automobile manufacturer and a subsidiary of Hyundai. It offers a variety of vehicles, known for their design, features, and value for money.","simplifiedExplanation":"Kia is another car company from South Korea that makes a range of vehicles. They are known for their stylish designs and good value for the price."}},{"startTime":690.7,"endTime":694.6,"type":"brand","title":"Hyundai","url":"/glossary/hyundai","quote":"this drop is simply a move by Hyundai Kia. Just to mention, General Motors also was building","canonicalId":"brand:hyundai","priority":0.9,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Hyundai is a South Korean automotive manufacturer known for producing a wide range of vehicles, from compact cars to SUVs. The brand has gained popularity for its affordability and warranty offerings.","simplifiedExplanation":"Hyundai is a car company from South Korea that makes many types of vehicles, including sedans and SUVs. They are known for being budget-friendly and offering good warranties."}},{"startTime":690.7,"endTime":694.6,"type":"brand","title":"General Motors","url":"/glossary/general-motors","quote":"this drop is simply a move by Hyundai Kia. Just to mention, General Motors also was building","canonicalId":"brand:general-motors","priority":0.9,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"General Motors (GM) is an American multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts. GM owns several well-known brands, including Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, and Buick.","simplifiedExplanation":"General Motors is a big car company in the United States that makes many different kinds of cars and trucks. They own brands like Chevrolet and Cadillac."}},{"startTime":707.9,"endTime":712.5,"type":"term","title":"sticker prices","url":"/glossary/sticker-prices","quote":"Now, Greg, we just heard the data from Larry, and as he said, sticker prices have jumped nearly $4,000 for vehicles that have been assembled in Canada.","canonicalId":"term:sticker-prices","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Sticker prices refer to the manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) displayed on the window of a new vehicle. It represents the price at which the manufacturer recommends the vehicle be sold.","simplifiedExplanation":"Sticker prices are the prices shown on new cars that tell you how much the car costs. It's the price the manufacturer suggests the dealer should sell it for."}},{"startTime":820.8,"endTime":823.0,"type":"term","title":"transaction prices","url":"/glossary/transaction-prices","quote":"...and we might see transaction prices come back down to somewhere a little more normal, pre-tariff.","canonicalId":"term:transaction-prices","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Transaction prices refer to the actual prices that consumers pay for vehicles, which can differ from the manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) due to negotiations, discounts, or market conditions. Understanding transaction prices helps buyers gauge the true cost of a vehicle.","simplifiedExplanation":"Transaction prices are the real prices that people pay when they buy a car, not just the price that the manufacturer suggests. These prices can change based on sales, deals, or how much people are willing to negotiate."}},{"startTime":828.5,"endTime":831.3,"type":"term","title":"destination fees","url":"/glossary/destination-fee","quote":"...the other thing I can tell you is automakers up here are also adding to their destination fees. So the sticker prices still look reasonably affordable on some vehicles, but when you look at the destination fees, some of them have almost doubled in cost.","canonicalId":"term:destination-fee","priority":0.9,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Destination fees are charges added by automakers to cover the cost of transporting a vehicle from the manufacturer to the dealership. These fees can vary significantly and have been increasing in recent years, sometimes nearly doubling, which affects the overall cost of purchasing a vehicle.","simplifiedExplanation":"Destination fees are extra charges that car companies add to the price of a car to pay for shipping it to the dealership. These fees can sometimes be quite high and have been going up lately."}},{"startTime":1249.1,"endTime":1250.1,"type":"term","title":"UAW","url":"/glossary/uaw","quote":"...that involves the UAW president, Walter Ruther and a Ford Motor Company manager...","canonicalId":"term:uaw","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The UAW, or United Auto Workers, is a labor union representing workers in the automobile industry. It plays a significant role in negotiating labor contracts and advocating for workers' rights.","simplifiedExplanation":"The UAW stands for United Auto Workers, which is a group that represents people who work in car factories and helps them with their rights and working conditions."}},{"startTime":1252.1,"endTime":1253.9,"type":"brand","title":"Ford Motor Company","url":"/glossary/ford-motor-company","quote":"...that involves the UAW president, Walter Ruther and a Ford Motor Company manager who is allegedly Henry Ford II, having a conversation.","canonicalId":"brand:ford-motor-company","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Ford Motor Company is an American multinational automaker founded by Henry Ford on June 16, 1903. It is known for revolutionizing the automobile industry with assembly line production techniques.","simplifiedExplanation":"Ford Motor Company is a well-known car manufacturer in the United States, famous for making cars like the Ford Mustang and trucks like the Ford F-150."}},{"startTime":1339.1,"endTime":1340.8,"type":"term","title":"dark factory","url":"/glossary/dark-factory","quote":"...saying, the first dark factory, which means all production done by humanoid robots,...","canonicalId":"term:dark-factory","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"A dark factory is a manufacturing facility that operates without human presence, relying entirely on automation and robotics for production. This concept allows for increased efficiency and reduced labor costs.","simplifiedExplanation":"A dark factory is a factory that uses robots to do all the work without any people inside. This helps make things faster and cheaper to produce."}}],"speakers":[{"id":"s1","name":"Automotive News","role":"host"}],"transcripts":[{"url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/feb-21-2026-weekend-drive-will-auto-companies-get-tariff-refunds-after-scotus-ruling/transcript.vtt","type":"text/vtt"}]}