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Ford Motor Co. manufactures automobiles under its Ford and Lincoln brands. In March 2022, the company announced that it will run its combustion engine business, Ford Blue, and its BEV business, Ford Model e, as separate businesses but still all under Ford Motor. The company has nearly 13% market share in the United States, about 10% share in the UK, and under 2% share in China including unconsolidated affiliates. Sales in the US made up about 68% of 2024 total company revenue. Ford has about 171,000 employees, including about 56,500 UAW employees, and is based in Dearborn, Michigan.

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Ford Motor Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) is recalling 148,000 vehicles in the United States, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said.
What Happened: In a statement on Thursday, the federal agency said that Ford is recalling 123,611 vehicles from the 2017–18 Ford F-150 series, the Ford Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator models. The recall is related to a fluid leak that affects the braking performance of these vehicles.
The auto safety regulator reiterated that dealers are expected to replace the affected parts, like the master cylinder or the brake booster, for no charge.
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In a separate recall, the manufacturer is also fixing a Powertrain Control Module (PCM) on 24,655 2025 Ford Explorers. The issue could cause stalling of the vehicle or damage its parking system. Like above, the dealers are expected to fix the software issue for free.
Why It Matters: News of the recall comes in as Ford has indicated it <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44857599/ford-could-hike-prices-of-its-vehicles-in-the-us-amid-auto-tariff-uncertainty-report">may hike the price</a> of its models in the U.S. as the company deals with the auto tariffs levied by the Trump administration.
Ratings agency S&amp;P had recently published a report, which said that Ford was at a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/04/44806252/trump-tariffs-could-put-ford-gm-at-high-risk-of-negative-ratings-report">high risk of a negative rating</a> due to Trump's tariffs. The company currently boasts a BBB- rating.
However, Donald Trump's comments about providing some <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44798727/auto-stocks-rise-on-trumps-comments-about-supporting-us-car-companies-whats-going-on">U.S. auto manufacturers with exemptions </a>to the tariffs could prove to be a relief for the Detroit-based company.&nbsp;
Price Action: F is currently trading at $9.40 on the NYSE, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro data</a>.
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Ford Recalls Nearly 150,000 Vehicles Over Brake And Powertrain Issues:  NHTSA

President Donald Trump's auto tariffs are expected to drive up car insurance and repair costs, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/travel/25/04/44785814/car-insurance-premiums-are-set-to-go-through-the-roof-soon-due-to-trumps-auto-tariffs">affecting even drivers who aren't buying new vehicles</a>. What Happened: Trump&#8217;s&nbsp;25% tariffs on imported vehicles&nbsp;are slated to extend to foreign-made auto parts by May 3. Despite hints of potential leniency from Trump, experts predict that the heightened trade barriers will eventually dent consumers&#8217; pockets, NBC News <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/data-graphics/trump-tariffs-car-insurance-bill-price-auto-repair-cost-rcna201392?ref=biztoc.com">reported</a> on Wednesday.
Auto insurance costs have been climbing for several years, and a prolonged trade war could push&nbsp;the average annual cost of&nbsp;car insurance up by over&nbsp;$300 by the end of&nbsp;the year, with New York and Florida&nbsp;predicted to experience the steepest increases, according to <a href="https://insurify.com/car-insurance/report/">estimates</a>&nbsp;from Insurify.
The rationale is straightforward: insurance companies will have to shell out&nbsp;more to replace damaged car&nbsp;parts that are subject to&nbsp;tariffs. &#8220;When&nbsp;you get into an accident,&nbsp;your car insurance company is&nbsp;the one that&#8217;s&nbsp;going to be buying those&nbsp;parts to repair your vehicle,&#8221; said&nbsp;Terence Lau, dean of Syracuse&nbsp;University's College of Law.
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Many vehicles are susceptible&nbsp;to multiple Trump administration tariff&nbsp;policies, impacting not only the auto industry but also&nbsp;levies on steel and aluminum,&nbsp;taxes on chips, and duties on global imports.
Why It Matters: Consumers have been scrambling to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44817399/liberation-day-tariffs-why-some-americans-are-rushing-to-buy-a-car-before-trumps-25-auto-duty-hits">purchase cars before the tariffs instigate price increases</a>. Retail sales figures released by the Commerce Department on Wednesday show a 5.3% surge in&nbsp;sales at motor vehicle and&nbsp;parts dealers from February to March. 
Meanwhile, inventories of used vehicles have declined from 43 to 39 days from March to April, according to Cox Automotive.
The tariffs may put companies like Ford Motor (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) and General Motors (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) at high risk of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/04/44806252/trump-tariffs-could-put-ford-gm-at-high-risk-of-negative-ratings-report">receiving negative ratings</a> from ratings agency S&amp;P.
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Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) has indicated that it may hike vehicle prices amid uncertainty about the Donald Trump administration's tariffs on the auto industry.
What Happened: In a memo sent to dealers across the country on Wednesday, the Michigan-based auto giant said it may raise prices of its vehicles should auto tariffs continue to be in place, according to a Reuters report.
While there could be a potential price hike in Ford products, the customers won't see its reflection in the dealerships until July, according to the report.&nbsp;
"Customers will have a lot of choices, and we have plenty of inventory to choose from through June 2. The tariff situation is dynamic, and we continue to evaluate the potential impact of tariff actions," a Ford spokesperson cited in the report said.
Why It Matters: The company had recently launched its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44641009/ford-launches-from-america-for-america-discount-program-as-tariffs-threaten-vehicle-price-surge">‘From America, For America'</a> discount program, which will run through June 2. 
The program extends discounts on Ford and Lincoln vehicles — usually reserved for company employees — to all U.S.-based consumers. It's worth noting that the program does not include the company's Raptor models, 2025 Expedition and Navigator SUVs, and Super Duty trucks.
Michigan-based auto companies have been bearing the brunt of Trump's auto tariffs, with a recent report suggesting <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/04/44806252/trump-tariffs-could-put-ford-gm-at-high-risk-of-negative-ratings-report">Ford is at a high risk</a> of a negative rating by ratings agency S&amp;P.
However, in what could be some much-needed relief for auto companies, Donald Trump announced he was willing to explore ways to provide some <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44798727/auto-stocks-rise-on-trumps-comments-about-supporting-us-car-companies-whats-going-on">U.S. manufacturers with exemptions</a> to the auto tariffs.
Price Action: Ford is currently trading for $9.41 on the NYSE, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro data</a>.
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Based on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Benzinga's Edge Stock Rankings</a>, Ford scores a solid 78.47% in growth and 90.27% in value, though it lags in momentum. Curious how other automakers stack up? Check out Benzinga Edge for deeper insights.
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Trump Tariffs Could Force Ford To Hike Prices Of Its Vehicles In US Days After It Extended Employee Pricing To All Customers

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<a href="https://www.autonews.com/ford/">Ford Motor Co.</a> could increase prices on newly built vehicles next month if President Donald Trump doesn't ease tariffs on automotive imports, a top executive told dealers in a memo obtained by Automotive News.

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'Ford Tells Dealers It May Raise Prices In May If Tariffs Continue' - Automotive News

Rivian Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>) founder and CEO RJ Scaringe has said the company boasts a &#8220;U.S.-centric&#8221; supply chain amid Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on the auto industry.
What Happened: In an <a href="https://www.foxbusiness.com/markets/rivian-ceo-discusses-tariffs-says-ev-maker-has-very-u-s-centric-supply-chain">appearance</a> on Fox Business, the CEO shared that Rivian's vehicles are manufactured locally in the U.S. at a facility in Normal, Illinois. He went on to describe how Rivian has been focused on building the company's supply chain and ‘production footprint' in the country.
Rivian manufactures major components of its vehicles, like the motors and the battery, domestically. However, Scaringe pointed out that the aluminum and steel supply chain for the company is a ‘mix'.
He then called the automotive supply chain ‘complex' with lots of factors at play. It's worth noting that Scaringe reiterated Rivian was working on alternatives in light of the tariffs, but it could be difficult.
Speaking on the restrictions surrounding the exports of rare earth metals from China, Scaringe said it is a challenge for all electric vehicles. ‘In terms of the processing of the materials, that happens almost exclusively in China.'
Rivian currently sells the R1S, R1T, as well as Fleet vehicles, the Delivery 500, and the Delivery 700. The company has the Rivian R2 and the R3 in the pipeline.&nbsp;
Why It Matters: Scaringe's comments come at a time when the U.S. auto sector is grappling with uncertainty about the Trump administration's tariffs.
The U.S. has seen growth in the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44802015/us-electric-vehicle-sales-up-11-in-q1-as-tesla-declines-the-winners-and-losers"> domestic EV sector</a>, with more drivers now willing to adopt EVs as their primary vehicles.
However, analysts maintain that the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44746593/goldman-sachs-hits-the-brakes-auto-tariffs-slumping-demand-may-shake-up-ford-tesla-rivian-lear-visteon">tariffs could hurt </a>U.S. companies like Rivian, General Motors Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>), and Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) amid declining demand and increasing costs.
There could be a silver lining amid the uncertainty as Trump noted that he may provide some relief to a few auto manufacturers who &#8220;need a little bit of time&#8221; to acclimate themselves to the new tariff environment. Trump's comments led to an increase in the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44798727/auto-stocks-rise-on-trumps-comments-about-supporting-us-car-companies-whats-going-on">value of auto stocks</a>.
Price Action: RIVN stock currently trades for $11.91 on the NASDAQ, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro data</a>.
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Rivian's 'US-Centric' Supply Chain Could Offer Edge Amid Trump's Auto Tariffs, Says CEO RJ Scaringe

Wall Street analyst Dan Ives has said that Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) is best suited to deal with the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/04/44578839/trumps-25-tariff-on-imported-vehicles-could-shatter-detroits-auto-economy-warns-business-leaders-it-will-hurt-hardworking-americans">auto tariffs levied by the Donald Trump</a> administration.
What Happened: During an interview with Yahoo Finance, Ives shared that the Elon Musk-led EV giant was ‘best positioned' to deal with the tariffs relative to the Detroit companies — General Motors Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>), Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>), and Stellantis Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLA#NYSE">STLA</a>).
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He then said that despite Tesla still being impacted by the tariffs, it's limited to auto parts only. &#8220;It will ultimately be finished cars vs auto parts. I think that'll be a significant difference, &#8221; Ives said.
However, Ives also exercised caution. ‘When it comes to Tesla, I think the worry is what does retaliatory look like in China,' he said before outlining how the company has a crucial six months ahead with Tesla's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/04/44787364/tesla-deploys-unsupervised-fsd-at-giga-texas-to-move-cars-from-factory-to-lot">autonomous driving tech </a>as well as the Cybercab in Austin, Texas.
Ives also reiterated that Tesla's declining sales figures in Europe, as well as the challenges it faces in the U.S., have to do with Musk's ‘self-inflicted brand issues,' alluding to the billionaire's involvement with the Trump administration.
Why It Matters: Ives's comments signal Tesla's strong position in the U.S. domestic EV market, where it <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44802015/us-electric-vehicle-sales-up-11-in-q1-as-tesla-declines-the-winners-and-losers">dominates in sales</a> with a 43% market share in the EV sector in Q1 2025.
However, that hasn't stopped <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/25/04/44829030/tesla-owners-face-new-challenge-amid-tariffs-vandalism-insurance-costs-going-up-twice-the-national-rate">Tesla owners in the U.S.</a> from experiencing problems like targeted vandalism as well as rising insurance premiums and low used car values, likely due to Musk's right-wing politics.
Amid the tariffs, Musk's company recently suspended all new orders for its U.S.-made Model S and Model X in China. Despite most of Tesla's production taking place domestically, the company's plans for mass producing the Cybercab and the Semi have been<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44831422/donald-trumps-145-tariffs-on-china-could-disrupt-teslas-cybercab-semi-production-report"> affected by the tariffs</a>.
However, the Trump administration indicated that it would be open to providing relief to some auto manufacturers amid the tariffs, which <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44798727/auto-stocks-rise-on-trumps-comments-about-supporting-us-car-companies-whats-going-on">saw auto stocks rise</a>. Trump said some automakers &#8220;need a little bit of time&#8221; to adjust to the new rules.
Price action: GM stock is currently trading for $44.54 on NYSE, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro data</a>.
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Dan Ives Says Tesla 'Best Positioned' To Deal With Tariffs: 'It Will Ultimately Be Finished Cars Vs Auto Parts'

<a href="https://in.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/25/03/44319045/jeff-bezos-is-genius-who-helped-benefit-himself-and-the-world-with-amazon-vc-says-the-beneficiary-is-the-consumer">Jeff Bezos</a> is quietly placing a big bet on the future of electric vehicles through a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44671636/nvidia-applied-materials-provide-115m-fund-to-digital-engineering-startup-rescale">startup </a>called Slate Auto, according to <a href="https://techcrunch.com/2025/04/08/inside-the-ev-startup-secretly-backed-by-jeff-bezos/">TechCrunch</a>.
The secretive company has raised at least $111 million in a Series A round to fund the creation of a two-seat electric pickup truck priced around $25,000, according to a<a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1979776/000182224723000002/xslFormDX01/primary_doc.xml"> public filing</a>.
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Slate Auto launched in 2022 inside Re:Build Manufacturing, a company connected to Bezos' network. It has been flying under the radar, quietly hiring hundreds of employees, many of whom have worked at Ford (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>), General Motors (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>), Stellantis (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLA#NYSE">STLA</a>), and Harley-Davidson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOG#NYSE">HOG</a>). Slate has also attracted other marquee investors, including Mark Walter, controlling owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers, and Thomas Tull, an early investor in Re:Build Manufacturing, TechCrunch reported.
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The company's mission is ambitious. The anonymous sources cited by TechCrunch say Slate leaders often point to the Ford Model T and Volkswagen Beetle as inspiration, hoping to build a vehicle that could become a "first car" for many buyers.
Slate also aims to sell a line of accessories and apparel to go with the small margins of its low-cost truck, a strategy that will be familiar to Harley-Davidson and Jeep-maker Stellantis veterans, many of whom have now taken up residence in Slate's executive ranks.
Christine Barman, Slate's CEO, and a longtime Chrysler veteran, is leading the company with a steady hand. In an interview with<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=suWI0mnXMk8&amp;ab_channel=careergirls"> Career Girls</a>, Barman reflected on her career path, saying, "I love the fact that I can take something from a concept and see it all the way through to production and then see it on the road."
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Big Money Behind Slate Auto's $111 Million Fundraise</h2>
Slate's Series A fundraising included investments from Bezos' family office, overseen by Melinda Lewison, who is listed as a director in company filings. According to<a href="https://techcrunch.com/2025/04/08/inside-the-ev-startup-secretly-backed-by-jeff-bezos/"> TechCrunch</a>, the company has authorized hundreds of millions of preferred and common shares, hinting at even larger funding rounds ahead. Although specific amounts invested by Bezos have not been disclosed, documents show his direct participation with other wealthy individuals.
Slate plans to start production as soon as late 2026 at a facility near Indianapolis, according to<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/network-engineer-at-slate-4170199472/"> employment ads</a> and an<a href="https://uwalumni.com/news/the-electric-revolution-the-uw-now-livestream-looks-at-the-future-of-evs/"> interview with Executive Chairman Rodney Copes</a>. It remains unclear whether the company will build a new factory or repurpose an existing one.
The startup has also discreetly shown a proof-of-concept vehicle to investors at a rented design studio in Long Beach, California. With a marketing slogan already patented — "WE BUILT IT. YOU MAKE IT." — Slate points to an emphasis on customer personalization and aftermarket upgrades.
The timing is bold. The EV industry has cooled after years of explosive development, with many startups going bust and others hemorrhaging billions to stay alive. Instead of cloning Tesla's high-end-first model, Slate is inverting that script and aiming for the affordable market from the start.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Slate Auto Is Tapping Into Amazon's Talent Playbook</h2>
Slate's DNA is intertwined with deep Amazon ties. In addition to Bezos' investment, the project is backed by former Amazon (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) executives, such as Diego Piacentini, according to<a href="https://viewdifferent.io/portfolio/re-car/"> his site</a>. Slate's e-commerce and digital teams are largely comprised of Amazon expats, and this only deepens the connection.
Instead of adopting the brashness typical of many buzzy EV start-ups, Slate is taking a more grounded approach. Re:Build Manufacturing's chief executive officer, Miles Arnone, is seen as Slate's founder. However, Slate is run by Barman, who has kept a low profile, focusing on developing a product that might silently disrupt the game.
Armed with deep pockets, top-tier automotive talent, and a different playbook, Slate Auto could be the stealth giant that revolutionizes the electric vehicle market.
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Bezos Bets Big: Slate Auto Quietly Raises $111M Series A To Build $25K EV Truck, Eyes 2026 Launch In Indianapolis

Rho Motion reported today a <a href="https://rhomotion.com/news/global-ev-sales-up-29-in-2025-from-previous-year/">substantial rise in global electric vehicle (EV) sales </a>for March 2025, underscoring continued momentum in the shift toward EVs.
The industry research firm recorded a 29% year-over-year increase in March 2025 EV sales and a 40% gain over February 2025.
According to Rho, 1.7 million EVs were sold globally last month, contributing to 4.1 million units moved in the first quarter.
China led global EV sales in the first quarter of 2025, delivering 2.4 million units, a 36% jump compared to the same timeframe in 2024.
Nearly one million of those were sold in March, coming close to the all-time high reached in August 2024. Although trade friction with the U.S. persists, the effect on Chinese EV exports has been minimal, given the relatively low shipment volume between the two countries. This also includes the Model S and Model X from Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), which are exported from the U.S. to China, in low volumes, but due to the current tariffs, the price would almost double for these Tesla vehicles, said the press release.
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Europe posted solid growth in EV sales so far this year, with overall deliveries up 22% year-to-date. Battery EV (BEVs) climbed 27%, while plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) rose by 10%.
In contrast, France experienced an 18% decline in EV purchases YTD, after scaling back state incentives.
The U.K. stood out, recording a 42% increase in BEV sales and surpassing 100,000 total EV units sold in March, its highest monthly total ever.
EV sales across North America, which includes the U.S., Canada, and Mexico rose 16% in the first quarter of 2025.
However, recent policy changes could shift market dynamics. In March, President Trump imposed a 25% tariff on auto imports worldwide, a move likely to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44756759/new-research-shows-donald-trumps-25-tariffs-could-cost-auto-companies-108billion-report">drive up prices for both EVs and traditional gas-powered cars</a>. 
While automakers under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) can mitigate some of the impact by verifying U.S. content, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/03/44522387/japanese-automakers-face-29-billion-tariff-hit-nissan-mazda-subaru-most-at-risk-says-analyst">companies with operations in Japan, Korea, and Mexico</a> are expected to bear the brunt, along with American manufacturers that build vehicles overseas.
Last year, around 60% of EVs sold in the U.S. were assembled domestically. Nevertheless, a notable portion still comes from international factories, many of which now face steeper trade hurdles.
The factors are poised to alter the pricing structure and competitive landscape of the U.S. automotive market moving forward.
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Global Electric Vehicle Sales Jump In March: What Country Leads In Sales?

Canada announced a temporary six-month relief from its countermeasure tariffs on U.S. goods critical to domestic manufacturing, processing, and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/food-and-beverage">food and beverage packaging</a>.
The decision signaled a notable de-escalation in North America's trade standoff and aligned with a more conciliatory tone recently struck by the Trump administration.
The move follows Washington's unexpected shift in posture last week, when President Donald Trump pledged a 90-day pause on new reciprocal tariffs to allow for "fair" with strategic partners.
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Canadian Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne, in a press release Tuesday morning, emphasized the strategic nature of the tariff relief, which will apply to U.S. inputs used in key sectors vital to Canada's economic and national security. 
&#8220;We continue to stand by Canada's workers and businesses. Today, we're giving Canadian companies and entities more time to adjust their supply chains and become less dependent on U.S. suppliers. This will help make our economy stronger and more resilient," Champagne said.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Automakers Get A Conditional Pass</h3>
Canada also announced a performance-based remission framework aimed at automakers with operations in the country. 
Under this plan, manufacturers who continue to produce and invest in Canadian facilities will be allowed to import a limited volume of U.S.-assembled, CUSMA-compliant vehicles tariff-free.
&#8220;The number of tariff-free vehicles a company is permitted to import will be reduced if there are reductions in Canadian production or investment,&#8221; Canadian authorities highlighted.
On April 3, the U.S. implemented 25% tariffs on Canadian automobiles, targeting the non-U.S. content even in CUSMA-compliant vehicles. 
In response, Canada imposed its own 25% tariffs on U.S.-made vehicles that aren't CUSMA-compliant, as well as on the non-Canadian and non-Mexican components of compliant U.S. vehicles, on April 9.
Canada and the U.S. share a trade relationship worth more than $1.3 trillion annually, with over $3.6 billion exchanged daily. 
Canada is the top buyer of U.S. goods, absorbing 17.5% of American exports, while ranking as the second-largest source of U.S. imports. 
In sectors like autos and energy, the two economies operate as a single ecosystem—making trade skirmishes particularly disruptive.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">A Financial Lifeline For Big Canadian Business</h3>
Champagne also confirmed that applications are now open for the Large Enterprise Tariff Loan Facility, a government-backed program to provide liquidity to firms hit hardest by the tariff fight. 
The facility targets companies tied to food, energy and national security, provided they weren't already in insolvency prior to the crisis. Eligible businesses must commit to maintaining operations and preserving jobs in Canada.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">How Markets Reacted</h3>
The S&amp;P 500 rose 0.6% to 5,437 points by 9:00 a.m. ET, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 223 points, reaching 40,748.07. The Nasdaq 100 gained 0.9% and the Russell 2000 also climbed 0.9%.
Cross-border-exposed stocks moved with mixed momentum:
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<li>General Motors Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) dropped 0.6%</li>
<li>Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) declined 1.2%</li>
<li>Stellantis N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLA#NYSE">STLA</a>), which maintains a sizeable Canadian footprint, rose 0.6%.</li>
<li>Machinery exporter Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAT#NYSE">CAT</a>) edged up 0.5%</li>
<li>Canadian National Railway Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNI#NYSE">CNI</a>) added 1%.</li>
<li>Energy major Suncor Energy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SU#NYSE">SU</a>) gained 0.7%.</li>
<li>iShares MSCI Canada ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWC#NYSE">EWC</a>) rose 0.8%</li>
<li>Invesco CurrencyShares Canadian Dollar Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FXC#NYSE">FXC</a>) held flat.</li>
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Canada Eases Retaliatory Tariffs On US Goods As Trade Tensions Thaw Under Softer Trump Stance: Stocks React

Barclays analyst Dan Levy maintains Ford Motor (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $10 to $8.

Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on Ford Motor, Lowers Price Target to $8

Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) and General Motors Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) are at high risk for receiving negative ratings from ratings agency S&amp;P amid the uncertainty surrounding the Trump administration's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/04/44578839/trumps-25-tariff-on-imported-vehicles-could-shatter-detroits-auto-economy-warns-business-leaders-it-will-hurt-hardworking-americans">auto tariffs</a>.
What Happened: The ratings agency released a report on Monday, first <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-04-14/s-p-sees-high-risk-to-ford-gm-ratings-if-auto-tariffs-go-ahead">noted</a> on Bloomberg, citing the 25% auto tariffs on car manufacturers by the Trump administration as the reason for the risk. Interestingly, cars assembled in Mexico and Canada subject to more intricate and complex tariffs based on where the parts were imported from.
The automotive industry involves a complex, multi-national supply chain, with car manufacturers importing parts from various countries across the globe. Ford is currently rated BBB- while GM boasts a BBB rating, according to the agency.
Analysts pointed out that the forecasts carry a ‘significant amount of uncertainty' given the Trump administration's volatility with the tariffs. The report also mentioned a 2% decline in the cumulative U.S. auto sales as well as a price increase of about 5-10% for consumers.
Why It Matters: The report comes at a time when Trump and the government have been on the receiving end of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44729157/michigan-auto-groups-criticize-trump-for-not-halting-auto-tariffs">criticism from stakeholders</a> in the auto industry due to the tariffs.
A <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44756759/new-research-shows-donald-trumps-25-tariffs-could-cost-auto-companies-108billion-report">recently released report</a> suggests that the tariffs could cost the auto industry over $108 billion, highlighting the magnitude of the administration's decision amid a temporary 90-day halt on most tariffs.
However, the president indicated that he wanted to support and help car companies navigate the trade changes. Trump's comments were well-received by the market as U.S. auto stocks <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44798727/auto-stocks-rise-on-trumps-comments-about-supporting-us-car-companies-whats-going-on">experienced a surge in value </a>following his statement to the media.
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A new report highlights the growth of several automotive brands, as Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) saw its market share decline in the U.S.<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/electric-vehicle"> electric vehicle sector</a> in the first quarter.
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A new Cox Automotive <a href="https://www.coxautoinc.com/market-insights/q1-2025-ev-sales/">report</a>, shared by <a href="https://www.teslarati.com/best-selling-ev-brands-us-q1-2025/">Teslarati</a>, highlights the top-selling electric vehicle companies and models in the United States for the first quarter.
The report estimates that 296,227 electric vehicles were sold in the United States in the first quarter, up 11.4% year over year. According to the report, new EVs made up around 7.5% of the overall U.S. new car sales in the quarter.
For comparison, the overall U.S. EV market sold 1.3 million new vehicles in 2024, a record. That figure was up 7.3% year over year.
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Winners and Losers: Tesla remained the U.S. leader by a wide margin, outselling the following top 10 companies combined. However, the EV leader saw its overall U.S. sales down 8.6% year over year.
Here were the top EV sellers in the first quarter by units sold, according to the report:
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<li>Tesla: 128,100</li>
<li>Ford: 22,500</li>
<li>Chevrolet: 19,186</li>
<li>BMW: 13,538</li>
<li>Hyundai: 12,843</li>
<li>VW: 9,564</li>
<li>Honda: 9,561</li>
<li>Kia: 8,656</li>
<li>Rivian: 8,553</li>
<li>Cadillac: 7,972</li>
</ol>
Ford Motor Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) and General Motors (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>), which owns Chevrolet, ranked second and third for the quarter. Ford saw 11.5% overall year-over-year growth in the quarter.
Several of General Motors&#8217; brands saw strong growth, including Chevrolet, which had first-quarter sales up 114.2% year over year.
Porsche led the way as a brand with a 249% year-over-year increase in the first quarter, followed by Toyota (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TM#NYSE">TM</a>) at +196%, GMC at +183, Subaru at 173% and Volvo at +173%.
Outside of Tesla, other decliners included Lexus (-9%), Mini (-16%), Kia (-24%), Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>) (-37%) and Mercedes-Benz (-58%).
These were the top-selling EV models in the U.S. in the quarter:
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<li>Tesla Model Y: 64,051</li>
<li>Tesla Model 3: 52,520</li>
<li>Ford Mustang Mach-E: 11,607</li>
<li>Chevrolet Equinox EV: 10,329</li>
<li>Honda Prologue: 9,561</li>
<li>Hyundai Ioniq 5: 8,611</li>
<li>VW ID.4: 7,662</li>
<li>Ford F-150 Lightning: 7,187</li>
<li>BMW i4: 7,125</li>
<li>Tesla Cybertruck: 6,406</li>
</ol>
Tesla had three of the top 10 selling models in the quarter with the Model Y and Model 3 significantly ahead of the competition. The Ford F-150 Lightning sold better than the Cybertruck in the quarter though.
What's Next: Tesla continues to be the market leader in the U.S., but its market share has fallen in recent years with increased competition and now brand power concerns.
Tesla's U.S. quarterly sales are down 26% from their peak according to the report with the company's overall U.S. auto market share now around 3%, down from 5% in 2023.
Cox Automotive predicts volatility for electric vehicles sales in the U.S. for the rest of 2025 depending on automotive tariffs and the ending of EV credits.
"The year certainly started strong, but the road ahead will be anything but smooth," Cox Automotive analyst Stephanie Valdez Streaty said.
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Tesla Loses Steam In Q1 While US EV Sales Climb: The Winners And Losers

When the market throws a delightful little soiree for the bears and headlines scream of doom, gloom and capital destruction, it often feels like it&#8217;s the end of it all.
But odds are the world is not going to end.
It was the same in previous bear markets.
During the 1998 Russian crisis and the collapse of Long Term Capital Management, closed-door meetings at the New York offices of the Federal Reserve were held, in which participants discussed who would pony up enough cash to save the financial system.
Warren Buffett passed. Instead, a bunch of Wall Street and a few French banks stepped up with the necessary cash.
During the Great Financial Crisis, it felt like the financial system&#8217;s implosion was always just seconds away.
In the initial stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, the end of the world was the lead story for weeks on end.
In every case, the world survived and stocks recovered.
In each case, this was the winning investment strategy during the bear market.
If the end does come, I suspect none of us will be concerned about our stock portfolio.
I do not recall Charlton Heston asking Cornelius or Zira about the price of IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) or General Motors (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) in Planet of the Apes.
Rick Grimes of The Walking Dead never takes a break from killing zombies to call his broker.
If the world survives the tariff war of 2025, we might want to make some of the moves that paid off in the aftermath of prior almost-end-of-the-world events.
One of the best strategies is buying dividends and dividend growth.
Investors who bought stocks like Pfizer (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>), Altria (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MO#NYSE">MO</a>) and CapitalOne (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COF#NYSE">COF</a>) in early 2009 not only locked in high levels of income, their gains over the next decade were spectacular.
Buying high-yield stocks like Unum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNM#NYSE">UNM</a>), Tanger Outlets (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SKT#NYSE">SKT</a>) and Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) in the spring of 2020 has also worked out extraordinarily well for investors who allowed rational thinking to overcome fear.
Unless the world ends, this time should offer the same opportunities to lock in high yields from companies that also offer the potential for outsized long-term gains.
Shares of Pfizer have once again fallen to levels that make the stock a high-yielding opportunity for patient investors.
Pfizer has a diverse drug portfolio and is in a strong position in the vaccine markets. Going forward, they are shedding the off-patent drug business to focus on innovation and newer products.
Pfizer generates massive amounts of free cash flow, which is used to pay down debt, buy back stock and pay dividends.
The company plans to pay out 50% of cash flow as dividends so the payout should continue to grow over time.
Ford Motor (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) is one of the best-positioned auto companies in the current environment and should do very well as the trade war progresses towards a conclusion.
Ford continues to dominate the pickup truck market and I don&#8217;t see that changing anytime soon.
Ford intends to have a presence in the EV market but will not abandon the traditional market anytime soon. The Mustang Mach-E and Lightning F-150 electric vehicles are both selling well and attracting customers who have never considered Ford products before.
Ford has focused on reducing debt and strengthening its balance sheet over the past few years, and this strategy is working.
The company currently has over $25 billion in cash and securities on the books.
The stock is currently yielding over 7% and has excellent long-term appreciation potential from current levels.
UPS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPS#NYSE">UPS</a>) shares have also fallen to the level where the dividend is attractive. At the current price, the yield is over 7%.
UPS seems like a solid bet, even with some bumps in the road ahead. They&#8217;re the big dog in package delivery, handling way more daily packages than FedEx in the US.
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Ford Motor's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) short percent of float has risen 39.85% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 190.09 million shares sold short, which is 5.44% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.39 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Ford Motor Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744657217_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Ford Motor has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Ford Motor's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Ford Motor's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 7.19%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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What Does the Market Think About Ford Motor?

Shares of major automakers such as Ford Motors Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>), General Motos Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) and Stellantis Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLA#NYSE">STLA</a>) are trading higher Monday after President Donald Trump indicated he wants to support car companies navigating <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/04/44796529/wall-street-pulls-back-after-early-gains-as-tariff-uncertainties-persist-whats-driving-markets-monday">recent trade changes.</a>
What To Know: Speaking during a meeting with Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele at the White House, Trump said some automakers "need a little bit of time" to adjust supply chains and shift production of parts to the United States. He stated he's "looking for something to help" those companies as they make the transition according to <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/04/14/auto-stocks-rise-as-trump-says-he-wants-to-help-some-car-companies.html">CNBC.</a>
Trump's comments follow his recent imposition of a 25% tariff on imported vehicles, which took effect on April 3. While some other tariffs have been reduced and companies like Apple were granted exemptions, the automotive tariffs remain. 
Ford and Stellantis have launched temporary employee pricing programs to offset consumer pressure. Others, like Jaguar Land Rover, halted U.S. shipments entirely, and Hyundai Motor has pledged to hold prices steady for at least two months.
Price Action: Ford share were up 4.07% at $9.71, General Motors shares were up 3.77% at $45.28 and Stellantis shares were up 5.19% at $9.32 at the time of writing, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?new_user=False&amp;backend=google-oauth2">Benzinga Pro.</a>
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Auto Stocks Rise On Trump's Comments About Supporting U.S. Car Companies

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Ford Motor. Our analysis of options history for Ford Motor (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) revealed 12 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 50% of traders were bullish, while 50% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 5 were puts, with a value of $214,932, and 7 were calls, valued at $358,989.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $7.0 and $9.85 for Ford Motor, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Ford Motor's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Ford Motor's whale activity within a strike price range from $7.0 to $9.85 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Ford Motor 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744653644_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>F</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$1.18</td>
<td>$1.17</td>
<td>$1.17</td>
<td>$8.85</td>
<td>$122.8K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>F</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$0.1</td>
<td>$0.08</td>
<td>$0.09</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
<td>$84.7K</td>
<td>11.6K</td>
<td>11.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>F</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$0.34</td>
<td>$0.33</td>
<td>$0.34</td>
<td>$9.85</td>
<td>$57.9K</td>
<td>23.3K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>F</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/25/25</td>
<td>$2.72</td>
<td>$2.68</td>
<td>$2.72</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>$43.7K</td>
<td>101</td>
<td>167</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>F</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$0.42</td>
<td>$0.4</td>
<td>$0.42</td>
<td>$8.85</td>
<td>$42.3K</td>
<td>21.9K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Ford Motor</h3>
Ford Motor Co. manufactures automobiles under its Ford and Lincoln brands. In March 2022, the company announced that it will run its combustion engine business, Ford Blue, and its BEV business, Ford Model e, as separate businesses but still all under Ford Motor. The company has nearly 13% market share in the United States, about 10% share in the UK, and under 2% share in China including unconsolidated affiliates. Sales in the US made up about 68% of 2024 total company revenue. Ford has about 171,000 employees, including about 56,500 UAW employees, and is based in Dearborn, Michigan.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Ford Motor, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Ford Motor's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 124,459,936, with F's price up by 3.33%, positioned at $9.64.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 21 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Ford Motor</h3>
Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $9.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Goldman Sachs has revised its rating downward to Neutral, adjusting the price target to $9. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Bernstein downgraded its rating to Underperform, setting a price target of $7. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from UBS keeps a Neutral rating on Ford Motor with a target price of $9. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Piper Sandler continues to hold a Neutral rating for Ford Motor, targeting a price of $9. 
&#x2A; An analyst from JP Morgan has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Ford Motor, which currently sits at a price target of $11. 
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Check Out What Whales Are Doing With Ford Motor

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>TSLA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$105.4K</td>
<td>21.1K</td>
<td>59.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>F</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$9.50</td>
<td>$28.0K</td>
<td>29.2K</td>
<td>46.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
<td>$38.7K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$58.9K</td>
<td>947</td>
<td>228</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BABA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$36.1K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td>218</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KMX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/17/25</td>
<td>$77.50</td>
<td>$62.5K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>193</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMZN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$92.1K</td>
<td>6.5K</td>
<td>179</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DKNG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$29.5K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>80</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DASH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$33.0K</td>
<td>695</td>
<td>31</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MGM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$25.5K</td>
<td>128</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 3 day(s) on April 17, 2025. Parties traded 111 contract(s) at a $250.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $105.4K, with a price of $950.0 per contract. There were 21140 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 59259 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For F (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 3 day(s) on April 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 875 contract(s) at a $9.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.0K, with a price of $32.0 per contract. There were 29276 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 46584 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For GM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 3 day(s) on April 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 234 contract(s) at a $44.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $38.7K, with a price of $166.0 per contract. There were 1483 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3257 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding LULU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 32 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 50 contract(s) at a $270.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $58.9K, with a price of $1179.0 per contract. There were 947 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 228 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BABA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 32 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 20 contract(s) at a $100.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $36.1K, with a price of $1808.0 per contract. There were 1548 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 218 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding KMX (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMX#NYSE">KMX</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 186 day(s) on October 17, 2025. Parties traded 47 contract(s) at a $77.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 17 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $62.5K, with a price of $1330.0 per contract. There were 0 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 193 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AMZN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 158 day(s) on September 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 97 contract(s) at a $160.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $92.1K, with a price of $950.0 per contract. There were 6543 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 179 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For DKNG (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DKNG#NASDAQ">DKNG</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 340 day(s) on March 20, 2026. This event was a transfer of 80 contract(s) at a $45.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.5K, with a price of $370.0 per contract. There were 2189 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 80 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For DASH (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DASH#NASDAQ">DASH</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 67 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 25 contract(s) at a $190.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $33.0K, with a price of $1320.0 per contract. There were 695 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 31 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MGM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MGM#NYSE">MGM</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 32 day(s) on May 16, 2025. This event was a transfer of 500 contract(s) at a $24.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.5K, with a price of $50.0 per contract. There were 128 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 0 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Watching General Motors, Ford, Stellantis; Shares Spike To The Upside, President Trump Says He Is Looking To Help Car Companies

Jeff Bezos is reportedly backing a Michigan-based all-electric mobility startup, Slate Auto, with a goal of developing a cheap single-cab EV truck to take on the likes of Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) and Rivian Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>).
What happened: A report published <a href="https://techcrunch.com/2025/04/08/inside-the-ev-startup-secretly-backed-by-jeff-bezos/">by</a> TechCrunch shared that the company is backed by Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) founder Jeff Bezos. The report said that Slate Auto has brought in people from the likes of Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>), Harley-Davidson Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOG#NYSE">HOG</a>), and General Motors Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>).
Slate Auto has set a target of developing a &#8220;cheap&#8221; $25,000 single-cab EV truck, and plans to enter the production phase by late 2026.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/44778739/elon-musks-political-fallout-fuels-record-dump-of-used-tesla-cars-now-selling-for-thousands-below-market-value">Elon Musk&#8217;s Political Fallout Fuels Record Dump of Used Tesla Cars — Now Selling For Thousands Below Market Value</a>
As news of the Bezos-backed startup hit the wires, a post on social media platform Reddit in the r/whatisthiscar subreddit surfaced, which showcased what looked like a small EV truck in dark grey being transported on a flatbed truck. The truck features round headlights, upright B-pillars, and steel wheels.
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It was later confirmed that the truck was Slate Auto's concept car. According to the report, the company is looking to manufacture its vehicles in a plant in Indianapolis, Indiana. The design of Slate Auto's concept car is somewhat reminiscent of the old-school Ford Ranger.
Why it matters: The news comes in at a time when the US auto sector is dealing with a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44756759/new-research-shows-donald-trumps-25-tariffs-could-cost-auto-companies-108billion-report">25% import tariff</a> levied by the Donald Trump administration, much to the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44729157/michigan-auto-groups-criticize-trump-for-not-halting-auto-tariffs">criticism of stakeholders</a> within the auto industry.
Goldman Sachs analyst <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44746593/goldman-sachs-hits-the-brakes-auto-tariffs-slumping-demand-may-shake-up-ford-tesla-rivian-lear-visteon">Mark Delaney forecasts</a> a difficult period for the auto sector in the U.S. due to the tariffs. Delaney pointed out that Rivian may face risks from reduced U.S. EV policy support.
EV trucks in the U.S. from the likes of Tesla, GM, Ford, and Rivian currently retail in the approximate price range of $47,000 &#8211; $105,000. However, a cheap EV truck would certainly broaden the sector's appeal and could potentially disrupt the segment as well.
EV companies are looking to release cheaper variants of their EV trucks in a bid to broaden the product&#8217;s appeal, with Tesla most recently releasing an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/04/44755221/tesla-unveils-new-cybertruck-long-range-trim-with-a-362-mile-range-and-reduced-features">RWD, long-range variant</a> of its Cybertruck.
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