Volkswagen & Donald Trump
9 shared events · Importance 4 · Last updated May 09, 2026
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International
Volkswagen: Volkswagen, as the parent company of Volkswagen — Audi, is already incurring significant costs from existing tariffs and is exploring options with Volkswagen — Audi to mitigate the impact of potential new tariffs. It is also cutting costs and revamping model lineups.
Donald Trump: Donald Trump, as the U.S. President, threatened to raise tariffs on European Union car imports to 25%, initiating the event.
May 05, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Volkswagen: Shares of Volkswagen were down following the tariff announcement, as it is a major German automaker with significant exports to the United States.
Donald Trump: Donald Trump announced the increase in tariffs on cars and trucks from the European Union to 25%, accusing the bloc of not complying with a trade deal. His actions are driving renewed trade tensions and impacting global economic stability.
May 01, 2026 · 106 articles
Business
Volkswagen: Volkswagen is also facing significant burdens from US tariffs, with its CEO Oliver Blume stating a 5 billion euro annual impact on operating profit.
Donald Trump: Donald Trump's tariffs as US President cut Toyota's operating profit by 1.4 trillion yen in the year just ended, posing a challenge for the new CEO.
May 08, 2026 · 8 articles
Business
Volkswagen: Volkswagen agreed to invest $5.8 billion in Rivian in exchange for software and electrical technology, providing crucial funding.
Sep 16, 2025 · 6 articles
Business
Volkswagen: Ford Motor Company already produces EV models and vans in Europe on a Volkswagen platform, and this new partnership complements the existing one.
Dec 09, 2025 · 6 articles
Regulatory
Volkswagen: Volkswagen's Audi brand suggested potential price increases due to tariffs, indicating a broader industry impact beyond Ford Motor Company and General Motors.
May 07, 2025 · 7 articles
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