Tariffs on the Brink: Trump Threatens to Escalate Trade War with EU In a move that could further escalate global trade tensions, President Donald Trump has announced plans to raise tariffs on European Union (EU) cars and trucks from 10 to 25 percent next week. The decision, made in response to what Trump claims is the EU's failure to comply with a recent trade agreement, marks a significant escalation in the ongoing trade war between the US and the EU. The move is likely to have far-reaching consequences for the automotive industry, with major manufacturers such as Volkswagen and BMW facing increased costs and potential job losses. As the world waits with bated breath, the question on everyone's mind is: what's next in this high-stakes trade showdown?


President Donald Trump said he will raise tariffs on EU cars and trucks to 25 percent next week, claiming the bloc failed to comply with a trade agreement.