Following the announcement of US trade tariffs, Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association, commented: “The announcement of a 10% tariff on all UK imports to the US, alongside varying tariffs on other countries/trading blocs – notably a 20% tariff on the European Union – poses significant risks to the sector and the global economy as a whole. “This is compounded by the introduction, today, of a 25% tariff on cars entering the US which will further exacerbate these challenges. The cumulative effects of these tariffs will be profound, impacting our dealer members who have already shown remarkable resilience in the face of economic challenges, as well as manufacturers and the broader automotive industry. I urge the Government to take swift and decisive action to safeguard jobs and protect our industry during these unprecedented times.”