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Description: Tesla is among the hundreds of auto industry players asking the U.S. Trade Representative for extended tariff waivers on parts and materials imported from China used to make or repair cars.

Source: CNBC.com

Date: Dec 02, 2021

Link: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/12/02/tesla-seeks-tariff-exemption-for-graphite-from-china-for-batteries.html

Questions for discussion:

  • How have tariffs affected Tesla operations and marketing?
  • What are the pros and cons for maintaining these tariffs? In other words, who benefits and who loses?
  • Do you think they should be maintained?
  • What does this story say about international business and the supply chain?