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John Irwin
Reporter covering suppliers and electric vehicles for Automotive News
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John Irwin covers suppliers and the supply chain for Automotive News. Since 2021, he’s written about major parts makers such as Bosch and Magna, as well as smaller suppliers and the issues impacting them. Key areas of focus include manufacturing regionalization and the impacts of electrification and geopolitics on the supply chain. He joined Automotive News in 2015 and previously worked as the Toronto bureau reporter for Automotive News Canada, where he covered automakers, suppliers, labor, dealers and trade.

Latest from John Irwin

Stacking tariffs add costs and uncertainty for auto suppliers

Many of President Donald Trump's tariffs stack on top of previous ones, leading to quickly compounding costs for auto manufacturers.

Trump pauses reciprocal tariffs on most countries; auto tariffs still in effect, White House says

President Donald Trump paused most reciprocal tariffs on trading partners for 90 days, but sectoral tariffs, such as those on vehicles, still apply.

How auto tariffs impact USMCA-compliant vehicles and parts

Auto tariffs are in effect, but they aren't quite as steep for most Canadian and Mexican vehicle and parts imports.

Automakers alter production plans and vehicle pricing as auto tariffs take effect

The 25 percent auto tariff is already having a large impact on the auto industry.

U.S. tariffs on imported vehicles are in effect, with parts duties following soon

Vehicles are subject to a new import tax. Here's a look at all the tariffs the auto industry faces.

Vehicles, certain auto parts are exempt from reciprocal tariffs, White House says

Vehicles and auto parts already subject to a 25 percent auto tariff are exempt from reciprocal levies Trump announced April 2.

Automotive News Video: What tariffs could mean for the auto industry

S&P Global Mobility analyst Stephanie Brinley talks about what 25 percent auto tariffs will likely mean for the industry.

How Trump’s compounding tariffs impact the auto industry

President Donald Trump's tariffs are quickly adding up. Here's a look at what's in effect now, what's coming up and how new levies are impacting auto manufacturers.

Trump announces 25% tariff on imported vehicles and parts

The U.S. will implement a 25 percent tariff on vehicles built outside the U.S., President Donald Trump said March 26. The tariffs go into effect April 3.

Trump’s auto tariff comments cause confusion as ‘Liberation Day’ approaches; news conference set

Conflicting statements and reports on tariffs add further confusion in the auto industry as manufacturers await a new round of levies.

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