Trump Plans 25% Tariff on European Autos

Watch on YouTube ↗  |  May 01, 2026 at 19:34  |  1:35  |  Bloomberg Markets
Speakers
Tyler Kendall — Multimedia Editor, Bloomberg

Summary

President Trump announces plans to raise tariffs on European-made cars to 25%, escalating trade tensions. The reporter discusses the breakdown of the prior trade agreement and growing dissatisfaction between the US and EU over metal tariffs and implementation.

  • Trump plans to raise tariffs on European autos to 25%.
  • The move is described as an escalation by the White House.
  • The previous trade deal had a 15% tariff rate that was supposed to apply to autos.
  • Tensions have been building over metal tariffs as well.
  • Germany and France have expressed concerns about the deal.
  • An EU Parliament member called Trump's behavior unacceptable.
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