'Hugely disappointed': EU gets 15% tariff on cars but fails to secure exemption for wine

The US and EU unveiled details of a trade deal Thursday lowering tariffs on European cars but keeping a 15% levy on wine and spirits, despite a push by France, Italy and other wine-making countries to win a zero tariff exemption. Brussels said it would push for further concessions as negotiations continue.

Aug 22, 2025 - 12:04
'Hugely disappointed': EU gets 15% tariff on cars but fails to secure exemption for wine
The US and EU unveiled details of a trade deal Thursday lowering tariffs on European cars but keeping a 15% levy on wine and spirits, despite a push by France, Italy and other wine-making countries to win a zero tariff exemption. Brussels said it would push for further concessions as negotiations continue.