BERLIN (Reuters) - Volkswagen is looking forward to working with the new U.S. administration, the German carmaker said on Tuesday, and stressed the importance of dialogue amid concerns about the impact of tariffs proposed by President Donald Trump.

"The Volkswagen Group is concerned about the harmful economic impact that proposed tariffs by the U.S. administration will have on American consumers and international automotive industry," a Volkswagen spokesperson said in an emailed statement to Reuters.

"We value collaboration and open dialogue. The Volkswagen Group looks forward to continuing its longstanding and constructive partnership with the U.S. administration," the spokesperson added.