Ford Halts U.S. Auto Exports to China Over 150% Tariffs

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U.S.-made vehicles to China were halted by Ford as tariffs were increased to 150%, affecting Mustang, Bronco, and F-150 Raptor models.

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American automotive icons are now missing from Chinese showrooms, with Ford's exports being reduced from 20,000 to 5,500 vehicles annually.

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U.S.-built engines and transmissions are still being shipped to China by Ford, showing a strategic shift to component supply over complete vehicles.

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$900 million in operating profits was still generated by Ford's China ventures last year, with 442,000 vehicles being sold in the market. Keywords: profit graph, Ford China joint venture, Chinese consumers, financial chart, car sales figures

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A $108 billion cost increase for automakers in 2025 is projected by the Center for Automotive Research due to the current tariff situation.

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Heavy U.S. import duties are faced by Ford's China-made Lincoln Nautilus, creating complications for global manufacturing operations.

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Price increases on vehicles were mentioned in an internal Ford memo if tariffs continue, despite 80% of U.S.-sold vehicles being produced domestically.

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Options for Chinese consumers seeking American vehicles have been drastically limited as economic viability was destroyed by the high tariffs.

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