Audi and Porsche may start making cars in the US because of Trump's tariff threats - media outlet

By: Volodymyr Kolominov | 30.01.2025, 17:45
An inside look: How Porsche produces the Macan in Leipzig Production of the Porsche Macan at the Leipzig plant in Leipzig, Germany. Source: Porsche

Audi and Porsche have never produced cars in the United States, but that may change. According to Handelsblatt, the management of the companies are considering such a possibility in order to avoid potential tariffs on imported cars, which could be introduced by the administration of Donald Trump.

Here's What We Know

The most likely scenario for Audi and Porsche involves the production of large electric models at VW's site in Chattanooga, Tennessee, where the electric VW ID.4 is currently being produced. A less likely option currently under consideration is sharing the future plant of the German auto giant's revived Scout electric brand in South Carolina.

Donald Trump has repeatedly hinted at raising duties on imported cars even before his return to the US presidency. Last week, Trump warned that he would impose duties on imports that could be made in the US. However, companies that create jobs for American workers will be rewarded with the low 15 per cent corporate tax rate he hopes to adopt.

An Audi spokesperson confirmed to Fortune that the company is considering various scenarios, but a decision has not yet been made. Porsche has not yet commented on the report.

Context

Porsche makes almost all of its models in Germany, with the exception of the Cayenne, which has always been produced at Volkswagen's plant in Slovakia. Audi also makes cars primarily in Europe, but also has a production site in Mexico.

Source: Fortune