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US automakers warn Trump on Chinese brands before Xi talks
The industry wants the White House to keep Chinese carmakers out as the meeting with Xi Jinping approaches.
19 September 2026 1 min read 25 views
US automakers and suppliers are asking Donald Trump to stay firm against Chinese carmakers, worried about a forceful entry into the American market just as the summit with Xi Jinping nears.
For the sector, this is about more than tariffs: jobs, investment and supply-chain control are at stake. The message is relevant for Europe too, as Beijing pushes hard in EVs and any opening could reshape global market balances.