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Japan may suffer greatest impact from US tariffs

Despite the 90-day suspension for negotiations, analytics company GlobalData says the 25% tariff imposed by the US government on all foreign cars and automotive parts entering the country will have far-reaching implications for OEMs.   According to the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA), more than 30% of Japanese car exports were directed to the US in 2023, solidifying its status as the largest single-country export market.  “Projections from Japan’s Ministry of Finance indicate that automotive sales accounted for approximately 30% of Japan's total exports to the US, valued at around ¥6 trillion ($40 billion) in 2024.

Ford confirms Transit Custom EV and PHEV arrival

Ford Australia has confirmed pricing and specifications on the new MY 2025.75 E-Transit Custom and Transit Custom PHEV, ahead of first deliveries starting in the third quarter of 2025.The addition of PHEV and E-Transit variants further bolsters the current Transit Custom portfolio, offering small business and fleet operators choices to suit their needs.Four variants will be available, with the choice of plug-in hybrid or battery electric powertrains in either Long Wheelbase Trend or Short Wheelbase Sport.

MG Motor launches rear-wheel drive Cyberster

MG Motor has launched a new 77kWh rear-wheel drive variant of the Cyberster in the Australian and New Zealand markets.  Joining the existing 77kWh AWD model, the additional variant is now available to order and priced from $99,900 (MSRP).