Senator Warns Trump Deal Could Open U.S. Market to Chinese EVs
Chinese EVs face a 100% additional tariff, connected-vehicle restrictions, and a separate 25% tariff on imported vehicles. The Commerce Department rules limit connected vehicles tied to Chinese or Russian tech for model year 2027 and hardware later. Senator Slotkin warned Trump may consider U.S. access for Chinese cars in an Xi deal, risking a strategic mistake for Michigan auto jobs and broader manufacturing capacity, with possible volatility for Tesla.