Trump says he will hike tariffs on EU cars to 25%

Author: bbc.comPublished on: May 1, 2026Country: United States
PoliticsBusiness & Economy
Trump says he will hike tariffs on EU cars to 25%

Donald Trump announced an increase in tariffs on cars and trucks from the European Union to 25%. He accused the EU of not complying with a trade deal, without providing details. This decision marks an escalation in trade tensions between Washington and Brussels, as talks about last summer's deal had already stalled over disputes regarding steel and aluminum.

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