Audi Says U.S. Tariffs on Auto Imports Aren’t a Threat

The video discusses the potential impact of auto tariffs under section 232, highlighting concerns from major car manufacturers like Audi, Daimler, and Citroen. Audi's CEO expresses optimism despite challenges, while Daimler's head of sales notes trade tensions as a top concern. The video also explores the shift towards electric vehicles, with Audi planning to release several electric and hybrid models. The future of the auto industry is expected to be more electric, with electric cars projected to overtake traditional combustion engines by 2033.

What is the main concern of the automotive industry regarding the potential auto tariffs under section 232?

• Trade tensions and their impact

• Technological advancements

• Loss of market share

• Increased production costs

How does Daimler plan to address the potential impact of a 25% US import tariff?

• By increasing production in the US

• By reducing the number of models

• By shifting production to other countries

• By focusing on electric vehicles

What percentage of U.S. vehicle sales are from imported vehicles?

• 50%

• 75%

• 23.4%

• 10%

What is Audi's strategy for the next two years in terms of vehicle production?

• Focus on traditional combustion engines

• Introduce 12 fully electric or hybrid models

• Expand diesel engine production

• Reduce overall production

By what year does Bloomberg Intelligence predict electric cars will overtake traditional cars?

• 2025

• 2030

• 2033

• 2040