Ford Motor Company has reported a 1.3% decline in first-quarter U.S. vehicle sales, impacted by the discontinuation of the Ford Edge SUV and looming tariffs from President Trump. Despite this, retail sales surged by 5% in the same period, driven by consumer urgency to buy before prices rise.
With President Trump's 25% tariffs on imported vehicles set to take effect, auto dealerships brace for a surge in customers looking to avoid skyrocketing prices. Experts warn that costs for new and used cars could rise by thousands, pushing consumers to make hasty decisions.
