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Dealers not fans of tariffs despite profit, sales bump from customers racing the duties

A Chevrolet Blazer is at the front of a row of vehicles at a dealership on April 11, 2025.
Dealerships saw a bump in sales as customers rushed to beat impending tariffs. As a result, respondents gave positive marks to the current market in the latest Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index. (JETCITYIMAGE/ISTOCK EDITORIAL / GETTY VIA GETTY IMAGES)
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By:
John Huetter
May 21, 2025 03:58 PM

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