What to Expect: In today's hard-hitting episode, Steve and Claire dissect the immediate fallout from Trump's 25% tariff on imported vehicles and parts. You'll hear how Volkswagen has suspended Mexican exports, why Stellantis shut down its Windsor plant, and what Canada's retaliatory measures mean for consumers across North America. We also explore the surprising resurgence of hybrid vehicles amid slowing EV adoption rates, with Toyota and Ford's contrasting strategies taking center stage. Plus, get the inside track on China's commanding lead in autonomous vehicle commercialization and the latest on eco-friendly manufacturing innovations reshaping the industry. We wrap with exclusive details on April's most anticipated vehicle launches and expert analysis on navigating today's high-risk, high-reward automotive landscape.

Episode Recap: Our April 8th broadcast delivered critical insights on Trump's 25% auto tariff, which has already reduced North American production by 20,000 units daily and is projected to impact 45% of U.S. vehicle sales. Industry experts warn of price increases between $6,800-$8,500, while companies respond with varying strategies—from BMW absorbing costs until May 1st to Ford launching targeted discount programs. We highlighted Toyota's solid-state battery advancements and the hybrid market's unexpected growth alongside China's aggressive autonomy targets (1 million robotaxis by 2030). Sustainability took center stage with BMW's innovative flax-fiber seatbacks reducing emissions by 85% compared to carbon fiber, while Volkswagen's upcoming Tiguan R-Line in India and Tata's Harrier EV showcased global market diversity. Expert commentary from Marcus Amick warned that success now hinges on balancing cutting-edge technology with consumer trust in an increasingly complex regulatory environment.

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Auto Agentic (www.autoagentic.ai) is a pioneering AI-driven platform transforming the automotive retail industry. Founded in 2024, the company delivers intelligent, adaptive solutions designed to help dealerships streamline operations, optimize sales performance, and elevate the customer experience. With a focus on ethical AI, seamless integrations, and real-time data insights, Auto Agentic empowers dealership teams—not replaces them—unlocking new levels of productivity and profitability.

Auto Agentic’s suite of intelligent agents handles everything from lead nurturing and inventory optimization to service appointment management and customer follow-ups. By automating time-consuming tasks and augmenting decision-making with advanced analytics, Auto Agentic helps dealerships stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market.

About Auto Agentic:

Auto Agentic (www.autoagentic.ai) is pioneering AI-driven solutions transforming automotive retail. Founded in 2024, we deliver intelligent, adaptive solutions designed to help dealerships streamline operations, optimize sales performance, and elevate customer experience. With a focus on ethical AI, seamless integrations, and real-time insights, Auto Agentic empowers dealership teams—never replaces them—unlocking new levels of productivity and profitability.

Our suite of intelligent agents handles everything from lead nurturing and inventory optimization to service appointment management and customer follow-ups. By using AI to replace time-consuming tasks and augmenting decision-making with advanced analytics, Auto Agentic helps dealerships stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market.

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