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Chicago Car Dealerships, Repair Shops Brace For Trump's Tariffs On Imported Vehicles And Auto Parts
The average price of a new car in U.S. was about $49,000 as of Thursday, but the new tariffs are expected to drive that price up.
March 28, 2025
With a 25% tariff on vehicles and auto parts imported into the U.S. going into effect next week, it could soon cost you more not just to buy a car, but to get one fixed.
Find out what's happening in Chicagofor free with the latest updates from Patch.
The average price of a new car in U.S. was about $49,000 as of Thursday, but the new tariffs are expected to drive that price up.
Chicago area car dealerships will have to adjust, and so will auto body shops.
