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Should you buy a car now to avoid tariffs? That strategy has one big potential roadblock. - MarketWatch

Mar 28, 2025, 1:31 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Tariffs create higher vehicle prices, squeezing consumer demand, and impacting auto industry earnings. Similar past situations (e.g., steel tariffs) showed significant industry contractions.

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25% tariffs on imported cars affect pricing and availability. Loan approvals increasingly require high credit scores. Car loan originations dropped to $175.1 billion last quarter. High prices and interest rates challenge potential car buyers. Consumers are urged to explore various financing options.

  • 25% tariffs on imported cars affect pricing and availability.
  • Loan approvals increasingly require high credit scores.
  • Car loan originations dropped to $175.1 billion last quarter.
  • High prices and interest rates challenge potential car buyers.
  • Consumers are urged to explore various financing options.

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