Automakers, suppliers, dealers urge Trump to block Chinese automakers from U.S.

President Trump’s recent remarks hinting at potential approval for a Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer to operate in the U.S. have sent shockwaves through the American auto industry, raising concerns over competition, market disruption, and national security implications. Industry leaders warn that such a move could undermine domestic production, job security, and long-standing trade protections, while also sparking debates over technology transfer and foreign influence in a critical sector. The comments come as tensions between Washington and Beijing remain high, with the upcoming summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping adding urgency to the discussion. Automakers and lawmakers are now scrambling to assess the potential fallout, as the proposal could reshape the future of electric vehicle manufacturing in the country.

Ahead of a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, President Trump raised alarms across the U.S. auto industry in recent days with comments suggesting he might allow a Chinese automaker to build EVs ...