Tariffs on auto industry components and vehicles are leading to concerns about increased prices and disruptions in the move towards electrification.30% tariffs are now being imposed on Canada, Mexico, and China, potentially causing production halts, trade wars, and significant price hikes.The impact extends to electric vehicles (EVs) as uncertainties disrupt planning for future technologies and global partnerships.GM appoints Barak Turovsky as Chief AI Officer to harness AI across various functions including self-driving technology.AI is already playing a critical role in GM's operations from assembly line efficiency to software analysis and inventory management.Europe eases emission targets for automakers, allowing flexibility in meeting regulations through credit banking and borrowing.Volvo criticizes the sudden changes in regulations, while automakers like Volkswagen welcome the flexibility provided by the EU.Environmental groups express concerns over the impact of relaxed regulations on Europe's competitiveness in the EV market.Europe's decision to provide flexibility in emissions compliance is met with mixed reactions from different stakeholders.AI's potential in automakers spans quality control, research, in-car assistants, and various other applications with evolving priorities.