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Trump trade war emerges as top automotive story of 2025

KATHMANDU: Trade tensions under U.S. President Donald Trump dominated the global automotive industry in 2025, making tariffs and trade policy the year’s most influential auto story. The U.S. administration imposed steep tariffs, including a 25 percent duty on imported vehicles…
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Trump moves to cut U.S. fuel-economy rules, sparks wide debate

KATHMANDU: President Donald Trump has proposed a sharp rollback of U.S. fuel-economy rules for cars and light trucks, according to global media reports. The plan was announced on December 3. The earlier rule required new cars and light trucks to…
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Trump may offer tariff relief for U.S. car makers

KATHMANDU: U.S. President Donald Trump is considering a plan to reduce tariffs for car makers that build vehicles in the United States, according to Senator Bernie Moreno and industry officials. The move could lower costs for major companies like Ford,…