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, sparking fears over market competition and national security concerns. Industry leaders warn that such a move could undermine domestic production and job security, while also raising questions about intellectual property and supply chain vulnerabilities. The comments come as tensions between Washington and Beijing remain high, with trade disputes and technological rivalry shaping bilateral relations. With a high-stakes summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping looming, the issue has intensified scrutiny over how far the U.S. will go to balance economic engagement with strategic safeguards.

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 ...