China Poised to Become Major Auto Exporter, Says Information Trends
The report from Information Trends, “China’s Auto Revolution,” says that during the next decade, Chinese automakers will aggressively push to sell their vehicles in international markets.
Classic, Used Cars Falling Victim to US Trade War
The trade war between the United States and Europe may lead to severe repercussions for car enthusiasts worldwide. While the trade war is aimed at new car manufacturers, it’s one classic car and even used car buyers worldwide can fall victim to.
BSB Weekly Top News Recap: June 11-15
Missed an update? No problem! Here are stories that have been topping the charts with our readers all this week.
Trump Administration Launches Investigation into Auto Imports
President Trump has instructed Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross to initiate a Section 232 investigation to determine if the imports into the U.S. of automobiles, including SUVs, vans and light trucks, and automotive parts, threaten to impair national security.
Auto Care Association Announces Details for 2018 Trade Mission to Costa Rica
The Costa Rica trade mission is a business development opportunity designed to assist U.S. companies in the automotive industry with gaining firsthand market information and meeting with potential clients and partners.
Border Tax, NAFTA Exit Could Hurt U.S. Auto Industry
A Boston Consulting Group study concluded that car prices, vehicle sales, supply chain decisions and industry employment all could take a hit from the proposals.
Where’s Uncle Sam When You Need Him?
Bill Johnson, body shop manager/lead tech, Beecher, Inc., Shenandoah, Iowa, asks:
“Why doesn’t the federal government mandate shop and technician
licensing by all state governments with strong enforcement to eliminate incompetent and unscrupulous shops and technicians?”