U.S. vehicle sales surge as buyers hope to beat tariff hikes
March saw new car sales rise nationwide, jumping more than 17% from February and nearly 12% from March of last year.
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March saw new car sales rise nationwide, jumping more than 17% from February and nearly 12% from March of last year.
The economy shrank 0.3% in the first three months of the year, a steep downturn from the pace of growth in 2024.
President Trump wants to bring manufacturing back to the U.S. These companies say they're investing in domestic factories.
The drop-off in shipments could lead to empty store shelves this summer as retailers deem China-made goods too expensive to import.
The Trump administration says automakers won't get hit twice by its tariffs, which have applied to both auto parts as well as steel and aluminum.
Amazon said it had considered listing import charges on some products, but said the idea wasn't approved and won't happen.
It looks like President Trump's new tariffs will make strollers and car seats even more expensive. Experts say the vast majority of children and baby gear products are made exclusively in China.
Trump's ratings on economy are lower, but his deportation plan keeps majority support.
Prices on thousands of of goods sold on Amazon, Temu and Shein are rising as U.S. tariffs on China boost import costs.
China has denied President Trump's assertion that the two sides were involved in active negotiations over tariffs.
A group of 12 states is suing the Trump administration over President Trump's tariffs. He claims he can impose them single-handedly due to the Economic Powers Act.
As the Trump administration continues to levy 145% tariffs on goods from China, businesses in Southeast Michigan are now paying a high price to receive their goods from U.S. Customs.
President Trump's steep new tariffs on foreign cars could lead to a sharp decline in U.S. vehicle sales, according to S&P Global Mobility.
What do we know about the idea of pausing the auto tariffs? So there has been no official timeline so far no firm timeline. But President Trump has said that he wants to give automakers time to increase domestic production.
On Friday, U.S. Customs released a bulletin stating Chinese electronics would be excluded from reciprocal tariffs. But then Sunday President Trump posted online there was no tariff exception announced on Friday. Electronics, he said, are moving to a different tier; and furthermore, said new tariff announcements would be made soon.
The exemptions, published late Friday in a notice by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection office, cover various electronic goods, including smartphones.
U.S. businesses are starting to add a tariff fee to customer bills and shopping carts to offset rising import costs.
Consumer sentiment fell sharply in April for the fourth straight month as the trade war fuels worries about inflation and employment.
China says it is raising tariffs on U.S. goods to 125%, escalating the trade war between the two countries.
As Trump leaves China alone in facing high U.S. tariffs, Beijing says "the door to talks is open," but dialogue must come with "mutual respect."
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer earlier Wednesday delivered a speech while in Washington, outlining bipartisan efforts to grow the economy and boost manufacturing.
The U.S. stock market surged immediately after President Trump announced the pause on most of his new "reciprocal tariffs."
President Trump announced reciprocal tariffs on about 90 countries, including China and the European Union. Here's the list.
China said it will hike its levies on U.S. imports to 84% after President Trump hit Chinese goods with even higher tariffs.
President Trump's tariffs on imports from dozens of countries kicked in Wednesday, including 104% on goods from China, dramatically ramping up a potential global trade war.
A federal lawsuit says the University of Michigan wrongly denied in-state tuition to the son of a Foreign Service officer and a USAID employee who declared Ann Arbor as their permanent home while stationed abroad.
Diesel and gas prices jumped again in Michigan and the U.S. in the past 24 hours, with diesel costs smashing previous records.
The Republican says the event was a town hall he never committed to and was never on his schedule. He also faulted the moderator, saying you can't hold a "two-on-one event in a TV studio."
The previous votes have failed to stop President Trump from waging war with Iran.
Spencer Torkelson hit a three-run homer, Drew Anderson pitched five shutout innings and the Detroit Tigers won their sixth straight game by thumping the Toronto Blue Jays 10-1.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a 3-year-old boy who was killed in a shooting on Tuesday in a Pontiac home.
Republican Mike Rogers is defending his decision not to attend a Sept. 15 televised event in the U.S. Senate race, saying he never agreed to participate and accusing the moderator of favoritism.
Diesel and gas prices jumped again in Michigan and the U.S. in the past 24 hours, with diesel costs smashing previous records.
A federal lawsuit says the University of Michigan wrongly denied in-state tuition to the son of a Foreign Service officer and a USAID employee who declared Ann Arbor as their permanent home while stationed abroad.
The previous votes have failed to stop President Trump from waging war with Iran.
Tony Stewart Racing unveiled a special Dodge livery on Tuesday at Stellantis' North America headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
The spike in prices has also sparked differing opinions among drivers about who's to blame.
A Ford contract employee was taken to a hospital following an incident on Monday morning at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud told rapper Macklemore he's "always welcome in Dearborn" after venues on Ed Sheeran's stadium tour refused to include him.
There are plenty of Halloween-themed events to choose from this fall in Metro Detroit. Here's a list.
The Romeo Peach Festival, which one visitor described as a celebration of "peach everything!" wrapped up on Monday. Here's a look at the food and activities.
Bruce Campbell, an actor and filmmaker widely known for his work in "The Evil Dead" franchise, says his cancer prognosis indicates he has about five years to live.
The Republican says the event was a town hall he never committed to and was never on his schedule. He also faulted the moderator, saying you can't hold a "two-on-one event in a TV studio."
The previous votes have failed to stop President Trump from waging war with Iran.
Spencer Torkelson hit a three-run homer, Drew Anderson pitched five shutout innings and the Detroit Tigers won their sixth straight game by thumping the Toronto Blue Jays 10-1.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Car ownership costs have soared 50% since 2020, according to new economic data. Here's where motorists are getting dinged.
A new four-legged team member is already making an impact on students at Polk Elementary School in Dearborn Heights.
Over the last six years or so, the DNR has been installing these viewers at different parks across Michigan, basically one by one.
The presence of ricin in a substance linked to an apartment complex in Hastings, Michigan, has been confirmed, the Barry-Eaton District Health Department said Saturday, two days after a potential exposure to the poison was reported.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
Health officials say ricin is a natural poison that comes from the beans of the castor plant or oil. It is harmful if swallowed, injected or breathed in.
Spencer Torkelson hit a three-run homer, Drew Anderson pitched five shutout innings and the Detroit Tigers won their sixth straight game by thumping the Toronto Blue Jays 10-1.
The Detroit Red Wings will start training camp this week with leaders of the front office and the team in limbo.
Tony Stewart Racing unveiled a special Dodge livery on Tuesday at Stellantis' North America headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
The Detroit Lions know they are asking a lot of star running back Jahmyr Gibbs.
Justin Verlander is making progress toward potentially pitching one more time in the last year of his playing career.
At the top of the list is the open U.S. Senate contest between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers.
The Detroit Regional Partnership, which has been around for six years, has been a significant catalyst, helping bring numerous jobs and companies to the region.
The roundtable talks politics, civility and issues that will resonate this fall in various elections.
As we count down the final days of summer, there's still a wee bit of time left to grab a good book as you head to the beach or maybe your backyard.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The Belle Isle Ballfield at Belle Isle Park is getting renovations and updates that include a scoreboard, new bleachers and custom-designed dugouts. CBS Detroit has this look.
More than 400 students who attend the Detroit Lions Academy in Detroit got a warm welcome back to class on Tuesday with backpack giveaways and representatives from the Detroit Lions organization.
The National Transportation Safety Board will investigate after a news helicopter owned by the NBC station in Los Angeles crashed while on assignment to cover a deadly bus crash. Two of those killed were the news crew on the flight. CBS News has this report.
Beverly Hills has imposed limits on e-bikes. Deputies are investigating the fatal shooting of a 3-year-old boy in Pontiac. Those headlines and other top stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.
Happy Hump Day Fam! Looking at mostly cloudy skies with a few showers and thunderstorms scattered today. High 73°. Tomorrow and Friday a bit of sun, then showers return for the weekend.