Tariff Threat Boosts US New Car Sales

New car sales in the US surged in H1 2025 due to Trumps tariff threat, with Ford and GM benefiting from increased demand and incentives. However, as incentives waned and prices rose, consumer interest waned, particularly for EVs post-tax credit expiration. Despite this, overall sales are projected to reach 16.3 million units, making 2025 the best sales year since 2019, with GM leading the pack. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.