ICYMI: Toyota and Honda face the biggest threat from Trump’s Canada auto tariffs. The FTC is warning car buyers about fake dealership websites and payment scams. Hyundai plans to take Amazon Autos international as early as 2027. Ford’s Super Duty production hit a 20-year high in August. A bipartisan bill in the House would force a federal audit of automakers’ ties to China. Here’s a closer look at these top stories and more headlines to stay on top of this week’s automotive industry news. Toyota and Honda face biggest impacts from Trump’s Canada auto tariff President Donald Trump said tariffs on Canadian-built vehicles, parts and steel will climb to 50% on Jan. 1, 2027, doubling the current 25% rate under Section 232. Toyota and Honda build most of Canada’s vehicles, including the RAV4 and CR-V, which puts them directly in the tariff’s path. Read More FTC warns car buyers about fake dealership websites and payment scams The FTC is cautioning shoppers about counterfeit dealership sites that copy real branding, vehicle listings, photos and even customer testimonials. Buyers are urged to confirm the vehicle and the dealership actually exist before sending any money. Read More Hyundai plans international expansion of Amazon Autos as early as 2027 Hyundai expects Amazon Autos to move into international markets as soon as 2027, opening another digital retail channel for dealers. Used and certified pre-owned inventory is already part of the platform. Read More Ford’s Super Duty production hits 20-year high as it recovers from supplier shortages Ford’s Super Duty production hit a 20-year high in August, the automaker confirmed to CNBC on Wednesday. Output topped 39,000 units, Ford‘s best month for the truck since March 2006. F-150 production also reached its highest level since August 2024. Both figures mark a turnaround from the aluminum shortage
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