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	FEBRUARY 05, 2025

1.	Trump Dials Back Tariffs, But Fear of North American Trade Barriers Remains “If the tariffs are implemented the main effect would be a price increase for consumers, which could lead to a reduction in demand,” auto industry consultant Thomas Karig tells WardsAuto. Full article

2.	Shifting Gears: What Car Buyers Really Want in 2025 Deloitte’s latest study highlights key trends shaping the automotive market and how dealers can best respond to the challenges. Full article

3.	Dealers Forecast Rising Profits Digital Dealer reports on Presido study showing most dealer respondents expect profits and store valuations to stabilize or rise in 2025.

4.	A Brief History of U.S. Auto Manufacturing The Detroit Free Press lays out the history of U.S./Mexican/Canadian auto manufacturing.

5.	Industry Voices \| How Complex U.S. Manufacturing Can Prepare for Upcoming Tariffs To mitigate tariff impacts, manufacturers must take proactive measures, including TLC analysis, make-buy evaluations and strategic planning. Full article