Presidents’ Day 2025 Car Deals – Zero Percent Financing & Big Savings

by Justin Fischer | Last updated Feb 6, 2025 | Car Buying, New Cars, News

As Presidents’ Day 2025 approaches, you may be wondering if now is the right time to purchase a new vehicle. While year-end sales typically offer the biggest discounts, this year is shaping up differently. A lingering oversupply of 2024 models has pushed automakers to extend aggressive financing offers into February 2025. This means that Presidents’ Day car deals are some of the best we’ve seen in months – but only if you know where to look.

If you’re considering buying a new car in 2025, these top Presidents’ Day offers could help you score a great deal. Let’s dive in!

Acura Presidents’ Day Deals

Seemingly out of nowhere, Honda and Acura have burst into the EV market with great success. Honda’s Prologue is one of the best-selling electric vehicles in America right now, and Acura’s ZDX is just as great, only a lot more luxurious. Right now, finance the 2024 Acura ZDX with 0% APR financing for 72 months. 

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Ford Presidents’ Day Deals

Noticing a trend? Another top deal this Presidents’ Day is the Ford Mustang Mach-E. Also a top-seller, Ford’s sporty electric SUV is good for over 300 miles of range, and up to 480 horsepower. In February, Ford is offering 0% APR financing for 72 months on remaining 2024 Mustang Mach-Es. The 2024 F-150 Lightning also qualifies for this zero percent financing offer.

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Honda Presidents’ Day Deals

The best Honda Presidents’ Day sale is without a doubt the Honda Prologue, which features 0% APR financing for 72 months on remaining 2024s. But the deals don’t end there. The Honda Passport offers 1.9% APR for 60 months, and the Honda Accord is available with 2.9% APR financing for 60 months right now. 

Considering these are some of the best-selling cars in America, these are excellent opportunities for savings.

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Jeep Presidents’ Day Deals

In February 2025, Jeep has 47,000 leftover 2024s to sell. That’s a recipe for great deals and high negotiability. The best Presidents’ Day Jeep specials feature zero percent financing and big cash discounts. Right now, both the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe and 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe offer 0% APR for 72 months. 

Other Jeep models like the non-hybrid Grand Cherokee, Compass, and Gladiator are advertised with 0% APR for 36 months in February.

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Nissan Presidents’ Day Deals

Two popular Nissan models are available with 0% APR financing for 60 months in February 2025. Both the Nissan Titan pickup truck and Nissan Rogue qualify for this incentive. If you’re considering going electric, the Nissan Ariya extends the zero percent financing offer out to 72 months. 

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Lock in Presidents’ Day Car Deals Today

Presidents’ Day 2025 is shaping up to be one of the best times to buy a new car, thanks to aggressive 0% APR financing offers on leftover 2024 models. Automakers like Acura, Ford, Honda, Jeep, and Nissan are rolling out deep discounts, making February a prime opportunity to secure a low monthly payment or avoid interest charges altogether.

Whether you’re looking for a fuel-efficient sedan, a capable SUV, or an electric vehicle, the key to maximizing savings is negotiating smart and acting fast. We offer dozens of free resources to help you master the art of car buying with confidence. 

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These 10 Automakers Will Be Hit Hardest By Tariffs, With Price Hikes Likely

by Justin Fischer | Last updated Mar 1, 2025 | Car Buying, New Cars, News

The cost of buying a new car could soon get even higher. With tariffs on Canadian and Mexican auto imports set to take effect on March 4, new car prices in the U.S. are set to rise to new records. Here’s a look at how automotive industry analysts expect President Trump’s tariffs to impact U.S. car prices in 2025.

Tariffs on Canada and Mexico Take Affect March 4

President Trump has announced new tariffs on imported vehicles, car parts, and other goods will begin this month. Starting March 4, a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico will take effect, along with a 10% duty on imports from China. The administration claims the tariffs are intended to curb illegal drug trafficking and immigration. However, the move could severely disrupt the auto industry, where nearly 90% of vehicle exports from Mexico and Canada are destined for the U.S.

Industry experts are sounding the alarm. Flavio Volpe, president of Canada’s Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association, warns that the tariffs could bring auto production to a halt. “At 25%, absolutely nobody in our business is profitable by a long shot,” he said.

With supply chains at risk, U.S. automakers could feel the impact almost immediately. Car buyers in 2025 may need to act before MSRPs rise or adjust their budgets to account for potential price hikes. Here’s what drivers should know about the impact of tariffs on their wallet.

How Will Tariffs Affect Car Prices in 2025?

If fully enacted, the tariffs will add an estimated $60 billion in costs to the auto industry, according to AlixPartners research. Much of that cost is expected to be passed on to consumers. With the average new car price hovering near record highs, an extra $3,000 per vehicle could push some buyers out of the market entirely. In March 2025, the average new car price sits at $48,641. With the added costs of tariffs, new car prices are on track to surpass $50,000 for the first time. 

For automakers, higher costs will likely result in production slowdowns and job losses. Manufacturing hubs in Detroit, Ontario, and across Mexico could see thousands of layoffs as companies struggle to absorb the added costs.

10% Tariff on Imports From China to Hurt American OEMs

President Trump’s decision to impose a 10% tariff on Chinese imports will have a limited direct impact on U.S. vehicle sales. However, the tariffs will significantly affect auto parts, potentially driving up already high vehicle prices for consumers. The impacts on auto parts are likely to drive auto insurance rates higher, too.

According to the U.S. International Trade Commission, the U.S. imports between $9 billion and $10 billion in auto parts and accessories each year.

Among automakers, Ford and General Motors will be the hardest hit. The biggest impact will be on Ford’s Lincoln Nautilus and GM’s Buick Envision. Together they made up 95% of the 88,515 China-made vehicles sold in the U.S. last year.

“It’s mainly GM and Ford that are really hit from a volume standpoint,” said Jeff Schuster, vice president of automotive research at GlobalData, in an interview with CNBC. “Our domestic guys are the ones taking the brunt of this, at least for full vehicles … but it can be muted to some extent.”

Volvo and luxury EV maker Polestar also produce vehicles in China, and will be subject to import tariffs. However, the impact of tariffs on Chinese imports will be small compared to that of the tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada. According to GlobalData, new cars made in China represented just 0.6% of the roughly 16 million new vehicles sold in 2024 in the U.S.

Automakers Hit Hardest by Tariffs

If tariffs are fully enacted against imports from Mexico and Canada, Automotive News reports that several automakers will be affected. A few big American automakers will face rising costs from the new 10% tariff on imports from China. These are the cars likely to see rising prices due to tariffs in 2025:

Audi: Volkswagen Group’s Audi plant in Mexico builds the Audi Q5. The factory produced nearly 176,000 cars in 2023, many of which were exported to the United States. 

BMW: The BMW plant in San Luis Potosi, Mexico produces the 3 Series, 2 Series Coupe, and M2, with nearly all output going to the U.S. 

Ford: With three plants in Mexico, Ford exported nearly 196,000 vehicles to the U.S. and Canada in the first half of 2024 alone, with 90% of those going to the U.S. Ford also has a plant in Oakville, Canada. The Detroit automaker will also be impacted by the 10% tariff on imports from China. The Lincoln Nautilus luxury SUV is manufactured in China, and will be subject to new import tariffs.

General Motors: GM imported roughly 750,000 vehicles from Canada and Mexico in 2024. This includes key models like the Chevy Silverado, GMC Sierra, and electric versions of the Equinox and Blazer. GM’s Buick Envision is largely manufactured in China. Envisions that are destined for the U.S. market will be subject to the new 10% tariff on imports from China.

Honda: 80% of Honda’s Mexican-made vehicles are exported to the U.S. and has warned that continued tariffs may force a production shift.

Kia: Under the Hyundai Motor Group umbrella, Kia operates a Mexican factory producing its own vehicles and some Hyundai Santa Fe SUVs.

Mazda: In 2023, Mazda exported around 120,000 vehicles from Mexico to the U.S. Mazda has suggested that it may reconsider future investments due to U.S. tariffs.

Nissan: Nissan manufactures the Sentra, Versa, and Kicks in Mexico, with nearly 505,000 vehicles built in the first nine months of 2024.

Stellantis: FCA (now under Stellantis) operates assembly plants in Saltillo, Mexico (Ram pickups and vans) and Toluca, Mexico (Jeep Compass). Stellantis also has plants in Ontario, Canada.

Toyota: In 2025, Toyota builds its Tacoma pickup truck exclusively in Mexico, selling more than 230,000 units in the U.S. in 2023.

Volkswagen: VW Group operates a large factory in Puebla, Mexico. This is where VW produces the Jetta, Tiguan, and Taos for U.S. export. In Canada, VW is investing $4.9 billion to build a battery factory in St. Thomas, Ontario, set to start production in 2027.

What Tariffs Means for Car Buyers

With new vehicle prices already at historic highs, adding another $3,000 to the price tag could drive even more consumers toward used cars or force them to hold onto their vehicles longer. Dealers may also see a slowdown in sales as affordability becomes a growing concern.

Automotive repair costs will feel the impacts of the new 10% tariff on certain imports from China. Many electrical component for today’s collision repair are sourced from the Chinese market. As a result, auto insurance premiums are set to rise in 2025.

A Blow to the Auto Industry

The auto industry is one of the most interconnected sectors in North America. Car parts often cross borders multiple times before a final vehicle reaches the consumer. The new tariffs disrupt decades of trade agreements and could lead to long-term shifts in manufacturing.

While some automakers, like BMW, have committed to continuing investment in Mexican production, others are scrambling to adjust supply chains. In what could be a longer-lasting impact, some are reevaluating their manufacturing strategies.

Trump has suggested that the tariffs will push automakers to bring production back to the U.S. However, industry experts argue that shifting manufacturing isn’t so simple. Building new plants and establishing new supply lines takes years. In the meantime, consumers are the ones who will feel the pinch.

General Motors, Ford, and other automakers have already stated that they won’t move production unless they see clear long-term benefits. Instead, they intend to mitigate the immediate impact of tariffs through supply chain adjustments and pricing strategies.

The Bottom Line for Car Shoppers

Tariffs on auto imports from Canada, Mexico, and China are likely to send car prices higher in 2025. This all comes at a time when new car prices are already near all-time highs. If you’re in the market for a new car, staying informed and being strategic could save you thousands.

CarEdge’s Take: If you’re considering buying any car in 2025, it’s worth watching how these tariffs play out. If prices rise sharply, buyers may want to consider negotiating harder on new cars, exploring used car options, or waiting for potential policy changes.

CarEdge will continue to track these developments and provide insights on how they affect car prices, financing, and buying strategies. For the latest updates and money-saving tips, check out our free car buying tools and expert analysis.