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Automakers frustrated, relieved with month-long tariff reprieve

Automakers frustrated, relieved with month-long tariff reprieve

There's a mix of relief and continued frustration within the auto sector as U.S. President Donald Trump granted a one-month tariff exemption for vehicles traded under the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement.
Linamar reports $232 million Q4 loss on impairment related to Europe

Linamar reports $232 million Q4 loss on impairment related to Europe

GUELPH, Ont. — Auto parts manufacturer Linamar Corp., facing heightened risk from U.S. tariffs., says it swung to a loss last quarter from a writedown on its European operations. The Guelph, Ont.-based manufacturer says it lost $232.
In Maine, gas price increases linked to Trump tariff on Canadian imports

In Maine, gas price increases linked to Trump tariff on Canadian imports

HALIFAX — Experts are linking rising gasoline prices in the U.S. northeast to President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canadian energy imports, but they warn the trend may also hurt Atlantic Canada's energy producers.
Veterans are speaking out on the Trump administration's plans to cut the VA's budget

Veterans are speaking out on the Trump administration's plans to cut the VA's budget

NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — Stephen Watson served in the Marines for 22 years and receives care through the Department of Veterans Affairs for a traumatic brain injury.
South Carolina Supreme Court rejects man's final appeal, clearing way for firing squad execution

South Carolina Supreme Court rejects man's final appeal, clearing way for firing squad execution

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Supreme Court has rejected what is likely the final appeal of condemned man Brad Sigmon, clearing the way for Friday's firing squad execution.
Edmunds: What to know about buying an EV in 2025

Edmunds: What to know about buying an EV in 2025

Car shoppers considering buying an electric vehicle in 2025 will have more factors to consider than buyers in previous years. Most of it is good news. For instance, automakers are continuing to introduce new EVs and improve their current models.
Here's the latest as the U.S. imposes tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico

Here's the latest as the U.S. imposes tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico

OTTAWA — U.S. President Donald Trump today imposed tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico.
Automotive sector raises alarm over expected damage from tariffs

Automotive sector raises alarm over expected damage from tariffs

OSHAWA, ONT. AND TORONTO — Workers and companies in the automotive sector are bracing for the massive disruptions expected after U.S. President Donald Trump went ahead with his long-threatened tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods.
Stock market today: Wall Street rises ahead of the latest deadline on tariffs

Stock market today: Wall Street rises ahead of the latest deadline on tariffs

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stock indexes are remaining calm on Monday, ahead of President Donald Trump’s latest deadline on tariffs . The S&P 500 was 0.4% higher in early trading. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 138 points, or 0.
Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

TORONTO — Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: Mining conference The Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada holds its convention in Toronto this week.