Posted on 04/05/2025 4:24:10 PM PDT by vespa300
Volkswagen is going to let its customers know just how much President Donald Trump's tariffs will cost Americans.
The German automotive manufacturing giant is reportedly adding a new line item to its vehicle stickers.
Volkswagen will print an 'import fee' on each new car's buying label. Customers will see the exact cost next to the vehicle's added features prices, fuel efficiency estimations, and crash test ratings.
The official sticker — required by law for pricing transparency and found on every new vehicle — will clearly spelling out just how much of the price hike is a direct result of Trump’s tariffs.
(Excerpt) Read more at dailymail.co.uk ...
They are free to do that, but I doubt you are going to convince buyers your cars are worth more because the increase is a tariff…
How many American made cars are sold in Germany yearly?
Short answer: The number of purely American-brand, U.S.-made cars (e.g., Jeep, Ford Mustang, or rare GM exports) is likely closer to 10,000–15,000 annually. 1.5%.
Roughly 90% of the 2.62 million cars sold in Germany are made in Germany.
Grok:
Determining the exact number of American-made cars sold in Germany yearly is challenging due to limited precise data that breaks down sales by country of origin for all U.S. manufacturers. However, I can provide an informed estimate based on available trends and market insights as of April 5, 2025.
Germany’s car market heavily favors domestic brands like Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, and BMW, which together account for a significant portion of the roughly 2.5 to 3 million new passenger car registrations annually (e.g., 2.62 million in 2021 per Statista, with 2025 estimates around 2.4 million based on a 4.7% decline reported by Focus2Move). Imports, including American-made cars, constitute a small fraction of this total—typically less than 10% of the market. Of these imports, European brands (especially German brands manufactured abroad) and Japanese brands dominate, leaving American-made cars with a niche presence.
Historically, U.S. brands like Ford, General Motors (GM), and Chrysler have had a limited foothold in Germany. Ford maintains a presence through its German subsidiary, Ford-Werke, but most Ford vehicles sold in Germany are produced in Europe (e.g., at plants in Cologne or Saarlouis), not the U.S. For example, the Ford Focus and Fiesta, popular in Europe, are European-made. However, some American-made Ford models, like certain Mustang variants, are exported to Germany. GM largely withdrew from Europe after selling Opel to PSA (now Stellantis) in 2017, and its U.S.-made vehicles (e.g., Chevrolet Camaro or Cadillac models) have negligible sales, often numbering in the hundreds annually. Chrysler, under Stellantis, sells Jeep models in Germany, some of which are American-made (e.g., Jeep Grand Cherokee from Detroit), but total Jeep sales are modest—estimated at 10,000–15,000 units yearly across all of Germany, with only a portion being U.S.-built.
A 2017 JATO analysis noted that U.S.-made cars held a 1.76% market share in Germany in 2016, equating to roughly 59,000 units out of 3.35 million total sales that year. However, this figure includes German brands like BMW and Mercedes produced in the U.S. (e.g., BMW X-series from Spartanburg, South Carolina, or Mercedes GLE from Alabama), which accounted for 69% of those “American-made” imports. True American brands (Ford, GM, Jeep) made up about 30% of that total, or roughly 17,700 units. Adjusting for market contraction and shifting trends, the share of U.S.-made cars has likely remained below 2% in recent years. For 2025, with an estimated 2.4 million car sales in Germany, a 1.5% share for American-made cars yields approximately 36,000 units. Factoring in the dominance of German and European imports, the number of purely American-brand, U.S.-made cars (e.g., Jeep, Ford Mustang, or rare GM exports) is likely closer to 10,000–15,000 annually.
This estimate aligns with consumer preferences in Germany, where American cars—often larger, less fuel-efficient, and costlier to maintain—struggle against compact, efficient European and Japanese models. Without detailed 2025 sales data by origin (unavailable as of now), the range of 10,000–15,000 American-made cars sold yearly in Germany is a reasonable approximation based on historical patterns and current market dynamics.
trump could mandate a sticker showing what the NAZIS did.
All manufacturers should do this world wide to show how much all of the nations’ tariffs are.
Oooh... the Krauts have a window-sticker plan. We’re all really scared.
Anyway, who cares? VWs are mostly crap.
How many American made cars are in Japan?
Short answer, fewer than 47,800 American cars sold per year.
90-95% of 4.78 million cars sold in Japan were made in Japan.
Grok:
Exact numbers for American-made cars currently in Japan are difficult to pin down due to limited comprehensive data, but I can provide an informed estimate based on available trends and statistics as of April 5, 2025.
Japan’s car market is dominated by domestic brands like Toyota, Honda, and Nissan, which account for roughly 90-95% of the market share. Imports, including American-made cars, make up a small fraction—typically around 5% or less of total car sales annually. In 2023, total passenger car sales in Japan were approximately 4.78 million (based on Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association and Japan Automobile Importers Association figures). Of these, U.S.-made vehicles represented less than 1%, translating to fewer than 47,800 cars sold that year. This aligns with posts on X and web sources noting that American brands like General Motors and Ford sell only a few thousand units annually in Japan—GM, for instance, has historically struggled to reach 20,000, while Ford exited the market entirely in 2016 after averaging 5,000 units yearly.
The total number of registered vehicles in Japan is around 78.75 million. If imports maintain a 5% share of this stock (a generous estimate, as many older vehicles are domestically produced), that’s about 3.94 million imported cars. Assuming American-made cars constitute less than 1% of the total market (consistent with sales data and cultural preference for Japanese brands), this suggests fewer than 787,500 American-made cars are currently in Japan. However, the actual number is likely much lower—potentially in the range of 50,000 to 100,000—given the niche appeal of U.S. brands (e.g., Jeep has some success, but overall volumes remain tiny) and the fact that European imports (like BMW and Mercedes) outpace American ones significantly, often claiming 4-5% of sales compared to the U.S.’s sub-1%.
Factors like Japan’s unique consumer preferences (favoring compact, fuel-efficient cars over larger American models), high maintenance costs for foreign parts, and a lack of U.S. dealership networks further limit their presence. Without precise registration data by country of origin, this estimate hinges on sales trends and market dynamics, but it’s clear American-made cars are a rare sight on Japanese roads.
Also include the reason why.
How many American made cars are in the United Kingdom?
Short Answer: In 2024, the UK registered 1.953 million new cars.
approximately 18,000 were American-made vehicles imported into the UK, about 0.92%.
Grok?
Exact figures for the total number of American-made cars currently in the United Kingdom are not readily available in comprehensive, up-to-date public records, as this would require detailed vehicle registration data specifying country of manufacture, which isn’t systematically published. However, I can provide an informed estimate based on import trends and market insights as of April 5, 2025.
In 2024, the UK registered 1.953 million new cars, according to posts on X and consistent with Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) data. Of these, approximately 18,000 were American-made vehicles imported into the UK, as noted in multiple X posts citing 2024 figures. This represents about 0.92% of new car registrations for that year. These imports include models like the Jeep Grand Cherokee (built in Detroit, Michigan), BMW X-series SUVs (from Spartanburg, South Carolina), and the Cadillac Lyriq (from Spring Hill, Tennessee), which are among the few U.S.-made cars sold in the UK, per Motoring Research.
The total number of cars on UK roads is around 33 million, based on historical Department for Transport estimates (e.g., 32.7 million in 2022, with slight growth assumed). If American-made cars maintained a consistent share similar to their 2024 import proportion (0.92%), this would suggest roughly 303,600 American-made cars in the UK. However, this is likely an overestimate. Posts on X and web observations highlight how rare U.S.-made cars are in the UK compared to British, Japanese, German, and other origins, suggesting their presence is a niche rather than a proportional reflection of annual imports. Factors like the UK’s preference for right-hand-drive vehicles (many U.S. models aren’t adapted), higher running costs, and limited dealership networks (e.g., Ford and GM largely withdrew U.S.-made offerings) suppress their numbers.
Historically, U.S. brands like Ford and Chrysler sold American-made models in the UK, but today, Ford’s UK offerings (e.g., Fiesta, Focus) were European-made until production ceased, and GM’s Chevrolet exited in 2015. Jeep and Tesla (with U.S.-built Models 3, S, X, Y) are exceptions, but Tesla’s UK sales (e.g., 50,849 in 2023) include Shanghai-built units, diluting the U.S.-made share. Specialty imports—classic Mustangs or Dodge pickups via dealers like Clive Sutton—add a few thousand more but cater to enthusiasts, not mass markets.
Considering these dynamics, a more realistic range might be 50,000 to 100,000 American-made cars in the UK, accounting for decades of imports (e.g., 18,000 annually over 10 years is 180,000, adjusted for attrition). This aligns with their rarity on UK roads and the dominance of European and Asian brands (e.g., Nissan, Toyota, VW), which produce locally or import from closer regions. Without precise registration data by origin, this remains an educated guess, but it reflects the limited penetration of American-made vehicles in a market of 33 million cars.
What percentage of cars in the U.S. are domestically manufactured?
Short Answer: True domestic content—parts and assembly—is likely closer to 25-40%, per a 2025 White House fact sheet estimating only 25% of vehicle content sold is “Made in America.”
Grok:
As of April 5, 2025, pinpointing the exact percentage of cars in the U.S. that are domestically manufactured is tricky due to varying definitions and data sources, but I can offer a solid estimate based on available trends.
If we’re talking about cars sold in the U.S. that are assembled domestically, posts on X and analyses like the 2024 Cars.com American-Made Index suggest a range. Posts on X from early 2025 cite figures like 65% of cars bought in the U.S. being made here, driven by high-volume models like the Ford F-Series, which are U.S.-assembled. The Cars.com data indicates that of 401 light-duty models available in 2024, 134 (33.4%) are solely U.S.-made, while 252 are imported, and 15 split production. However, sales volume skews this higher—brands like Ford (78% of U.S. sales built stateside), GM (52%), and Tesla (100%) dominate, pushing the share of domestically assembled cars sold closer to 50-65%. A Morning Brew post from March 27, 2025, on X aligns with this, showing a weighted average across major automakers suggesting over half of U.S. sales are domestically built.
Now, if we mean cars on the road (not just new sales), the picture shifts. The U.S. had about 283 million registered vehicles in 2022 (per Statista), with production trends offering clues. In 2023, U.S. plants produced 10.6 million vehicles (CEIC Data), against 15.5 million sold (per SlashGear), meaning imports filled the gap—around 4.9 million, or 32% of sales. Historically, 16-17 million vehicles were made annually pre-pandemic, with imports steady at 40-50%. Assuming a 10-15 year vehicle lifespan and consistent import trends, posts on X estimate 47% of cars in the U.S. originate domestically, implying 53% are imported over time. This fits with White House 2024 data noting only 50% of vehicles sold were U.S.-assembled, with domestic content averaging 40-50%.
The catch? “Domestically manufactured” often means final assembly, not parts origin. The American Automobile Labeling Act (AALA) lumps U.S. and Canadian parts together, and even U.S.-assembled cars like the Cadillac CT4 (15% U.S./Canadian parts) rely heavily on foreign components. True domestic content—parts and assembly—is likely closer to 25-40%, per a 2025 White House fact sheet estimating only 25% of vehicle content sold is “Made in America.”
So, for cars on U.S. roads in 2025, roughly 47-50% are likely domestically assembled, though full domestic content (parts included) could dip below 40%. Sales data leans toward 50-65% U.S.-built, reflecting current manufacturing strength. Without granular 2025 registration stats, 47-50% is a reasonable ballpark for all cars in use, balancing legacy imports with recent domestic output.
From the article:
“However, vehicle pricing experts and consumer advocates speaking to DailyMail.com have warned that vehicles will cost between $3,000 and $12,000 more because of the tariffs.”
Will Volkswagen (“People’s Car”) also mention that their VW Beetle was inspired by Adolf Hitler?
Just curious.
Transparency is a wonderful thing.
Except for the upper crust, the main concern of a vehicle buyer/leaser is value: quality for the price. VW will have to add quality to its product to meet the value of its competitors. Unfortunately they haven’t been adding quality for at least the last four decades, so it will be something new for VW; maybe AfD will be able to help.
Why are Europeans so stupid. This will just cause people to do what we want. Made in America everyone!
So? Who wants a VW anyway?
They’re overpriced and unreliable.
Send that to Trump!
People actually buy VWs??
Why are you offended by this? I think price transparency is a great thing. We should see how much government is costing us.
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