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Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Blair County dealership reacts to tariffs and its impact on car prices
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A car dealership in Blair County weighed in on how a 25% tariff increase on foreign cars and parts might impact their customers during one of their busiest times. With the increase beginning this Thursday, April 3, the people at Stuckey Ford said they're trying their best to keep vehicle prices down. However, dealerships are not sure how this will impact their prices. In March, Stuckey Automotive had its record month of sales, selling a thousand cars. The dealership said spring tends to be a busier time for car sales. For now, they say nothing has changed. New 24/7 emergency vet clinic opening in State College 'Nothing we really know right now other than we do know that that the cars on the lot that we have here today, they're the same price today as they were yesterday,' Stuckey Automotive President Matt Stuckey said. According to Anderson Economic Group, a 25% tariff could increase prices anywhere from $4,000 for regular vehicles to $12,000 for EVs. Price increases will vary depending on the dealership and how their supply chain works. The tariffs are set to expand to applicable auto parts in the following weeks, through May says they'll do what they can to try to keep prices as low as possible. 'Our mission and our goal is to provide affordable vehicles and to keep affordable vehicles on the road for the folks in the communities that we serve,' Matt Stuckey said. Stuckey added they don't believe the uptick in sales is a direct correlation of the tariffs. However, automakers nationwide sold nearly 1.6 million vehicles in March, which is up 13% from February. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Curve Season is back again! Opening Night is Friday, April 4
Sponsored by Altoona Curve Baseball ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Off-the-rails fun is finally back! The Altoona Curve kick off the 2025 season against the Chesapeake Baysox with Opening Night on Friday, April 4 and games on Saturday the 5th and Sunday the 6th. Grab your tickets here. Opening Night is Friday, April 4. The game is at 6 p.m. and gates open early at 4 p.m. Game promotions: Game Highlight (3): DJ Swiftie Appearance Opening Night is set to be a love story you won't want to miss! Join us as DJ Swiftie kicks off the season with a high-energy set, leading into a sparkling fireworks show that never goes out of style! Get ready to shake it off and sing along as we light up the sky, because this night is sure to be straight out of your wildest dreams! | Presented By Furrer Beverage, Stuckey Automotive, Bedford Regional Urology, Home Genius Exteriors Game Highlight: Postgame FIREWORKS Stick around after the game for a live performance from The DJ Swiftie during our fireworks show | Presented By Stuckey Automotive, Furrer Beverage, Bedford Regional Urology, Home Genius Exteriors Game Highlight: Fryday Take advantage of $1 off any of our specialty French Fries all game long at every Friday home game, including Trax Fries, Al Tuna Fries and Rail King Fries | Presented By PA Lottery Saturday's game on April 5 is at 4 p.m. Game promotions: Promotion: Jared Jones Bobblehair Giveaway We are celebrating our former pitching ace with an exclusive Jared Jones bobblehead giveaway! Jared and his luscious locks will be immortalized in Curve history with this bobblehead, where yes, the hair also bobbles. | Presented By UniFirst | First 1,000 fans Game Highlight: Kids Run the Bases Children ages 14 & under are invited to run the bases after the game! Adults are not permitted, unless accompanying a child age six or under. Sunday's game, April 6, is at 1 p.m. Game promotions: Promotion (2): Magnet Schedule Giveaway Don't miss out on the 2025 magnet schedule giveaway, the perfect way to keep track of all Curve games this season! | Presented By Bolger Brothers | First 2,500 Fans Promotion: Soft Baseball Kids Giveaway Presented By Central PA Autism Community | First 500 Kids Game Highlight (2): Autism Acceptance Day Join us for a welcoming and inclusive day at the ballpark as we celebrate Autism Acceptance Day! To create a comfortable experience for all fans, there will be no fireworks, lower volume levels, and designated quiet spaces. | Presented By Central PA Autism Community Game Highlight: Kids Run the Bases Children ages 14 & under are invited to run the bases after the game! Adults are not permitted, unless accompanying a child age six or under. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
