Tariffs vs Free Trade Which is BETTER for American Auto?

This has been an interesting debate, tariffs or free trade, President Donald Trump is turning up the heat on the auto industry, signaling that even higher tariffs on imported vehicles could be coming soon. Speaking at a recent White House event, Trump made it clear: tariffs are his tool to drive automakers to invest in U.S. production. “The higher you go, the more likely it is they build a plant here,” renewing the debate about the future of American manufacturing. This bold strategy is already showing results, with billions of dollars in new investments announced, but it’s also raising costs for automakers and consumers. So, what does this mean for the cars we drive, the jobs we create, and the prices we pay? Let’s dive into the details and unpack why this story matters to every American—and why you’ll want to understand the full impact.

Thanks for watching!

➡️ Looking for car reviews? https://youtube.com/@car-smarts

➡️ Buy me a cup of coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurenfix

➡️ Listen to the Total Car Score Podcast: https://www.revolverpodcasts.com/shows/total-car-score/

➡️ Social media:
X: https://twitter.com/laurenfix
FB: https://www.facebook.com/Lauren.Fix.The.Car.Coach
IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurenfix/
Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/laurenfix
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-625957
Truth: https://truthsocial.com/@laurenfix
Substack: https://carcoachreports.substack.com/

➡️ Check out our website: https://www.CarCoachReports.com

➡️ Get the Book: Lauren Fix's Guide to Loving Your Car: https://amzn.to/3ifDi3j

SUPPORT INDEPENDENT CREATORS
The Fix Family has taken generations of passion, pride, & automotive expertise to create unique auto products & books that will keep you, your family, & your cars safer and running better for years to come.

©Automotive Aspects, Inc., 2025. All Rights Reserved.
#news #cars #trump