Donald Trump signals further tariff relief for US carmakers

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Donald Trump signalled he may offer carmakers some relief from tariffs, in the latest sign the US president will offer carve-outs to selected industries.

Trump said he was “looking at something to help car companies” that were making vehicles in North America.

“They’re switching to parts that were made in Canada, Mexico and other places, and they need a little bit…