BMW plans to absorb the cost of Trump's tariffs on the M2, 2-series coupe, and 3-series sedan—but only for a short time.

Tariffs imposed by the Trump administration threaten to increase the cost of vehicles built both here and elsewhere — but the impacts won't be immediately felt on two of BMW's best-selling models, as the carmaker has promised it will “price-protect” its Mexican-built cars until May 1.

BMW AG’s carmaking profits will lag well below its long-term targets this year, weighed down by escalating trade tensions between the US and Europe and muted sales in China.