White House confirms 104% tariff on Chinese EVs takes effect; additional duties start April 9
The White House has confirmed that a 104% tariff on electric vehicles imported from China has gone into effect, with additional duties set to be collected starting April 9, according to a report by Fox Business.
The announcement marks one of the most aggressive steps taken yet in a growing trade standoff between Washington and Beijing. The 104% rate includes existing tariffs and new duties under Section 301 of the Trade Act, according to officials familiar with the move.
The Trump administration is also expected to roll out further details this week about its tariff review process and ongoing investigations into Chinese subsidies, which have drawn criticism from US automakers and labor groups for distorting global markets.
Updates: Trump announces 90-day pause on tariffs amid global pushback
Amid global pushback, US President Donald Trump has announced a 90-day pause on tariffs. However, China has been excluded from the pause and instead the tariff rate has been increased to 125%
