Romance, Turmoil, and Dependency: The Saga of the Automotive Industry in the United States

Donald Trump’s criticism of European automakers reflects a sector undergoing profound geographic and technological transformation. This evolution strikes at the heart of an existential question: what place does the American auto industry, a symbol of U.S. lifestyle, hold in today’s economy?

As Trump’s potential return to the presidency looms, concerns grow over his policy stances, particularly regarding international trade. His proposed tariffs and skepticism toward free trade agreements, such as NAFTA, put a spotlight on the automotive industry – a cornerstone of American economic heritage.

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Tesla layoffs now an ongoing “bloodbath”

Tesla’s layoffs expanded over the weekend with staff involved in software, service and engineering all reporting that they’d gotten their pink slips. The 10 percent workforce reduction announced earlier by CEO Elon Musk is, Electrek’s Fred Lambert writes, closing in on 20 percent. The layoffs were expected after CEO Elon Musk made an example of Rebecca Tinucci, Tesla’s former […]

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