A 25% US tariff on imported passenger vehicles took effect on April 3, following earlier announcements and delays that gave automakers time to adjust. With varying levels of domestic production and market exposure, automakers are now rolling out divergent pricing strategies in response.

The European Commission has launched the “AI Continent Action Plan” to compete with the US and China in AI. This initiative aims to enhance AI data and computing infrastructure while easing business regulations and transforming Europe’s talent and industries into AI innovation leaders. Key elements of the plan were presented by EC President Ursula von der Leyen at the Paris AI Action Summit in February 2025.

US President Donald Trump’s escalating tariff policies—culminating in a 90-day tariff suspension that excluded China—have rattled global supply chains. With major brands staying silent, most suppliers are adopting a cautious stance, delaying key decisions amid growing uncertainty.