The U.S. has used tariffs and security rules to keep Chinese cars off dealer lots. Alphabet’s robotaxi company appears to be buying them by the boatload.
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How is this fair for ordinary Americans.
Exactly…
We are all duped to make a billionaire, a trillionaire for his stupid little cars
Wake up America, where is a competition? We want everything cheaper and the best quality not protectionism.
For those who think America is based on Capitalism, better re think. True Capitalism would push for an open market. No excuses, no “but” . Pure competition
Just think about it. The government put 127% tariff on a car and Waymo says it’s still a better deal to buy it from China.