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Traton posts slight increase in Q2 deliveries but US tariffs weigh

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Posted on July 9, 2025

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(Reuters) -German truck maker Traton reported on Wednesday a 1% increase in second-quarter deliveries year on year despite ongoing uncertainty over U.S. import tariffs. The Volkswagen subsidiary said

Traton Experiences Modest Q2 Delivery Growth Amid US Tariff Concerns

(Reuters) -German truck maker Traton reported on Wednesday a 1% increase in second-quarter deliveries year on year despite ongoing uncertainty over U.S. import tariffs.

The Volkswagen subsidiary said its international motors division saw a 10% increase in sales following a fire at a supplier's plant in the prior-year quarter.

"However, the U.S. market faces ongoing uncertainty regarding the impact of import tariffs and the economic outlook," a statement said, adding that half-year sales in that unit had fallen by 2%.

(Reporting by Amir Orusov, editing by Rachel More)

Key Takeaways

  • Traton's Q2 deliveries increased by 1% year on year.
  • US tariffs create ongoing uncertainty for Traton.
  • International motors division sales rose by 10%.
  • A supplier fire impacted prior-year sales figures.
  • Half-year sales in the US unit fell by 2%.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the percentage increase in Traton's Q2 deliveries?
Traton reported a 1% increase in second-quarter deliveries year on year.
How did the international motors division perform?
The international motors division saw a 10% increase in sales following a fire at a supplier's plant in the prior-year quarter.
What challenges does the US market face according to Traton?
The US market faces ongoing uncertainty regarding the impact of import tariffs and the economic outlook, with half-year sales in that unit falling by 2%.

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