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Chinese automakers asked to pause expansion in Europe

Teslarati

The Chinese government has reportedly asked local automakers to pause expansion plans in Europe due to the European Union’s import tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs) from China. Chinese automakers were also told to keep a low profile while the government negotiates with the European Union over its tariffs on EV imports made in China.

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BYD calls out the US and Europe for being ‘afraid’ of Chinese EVs

Electrek

Is the West afraid of Chinese electric cars? According to BYD CEO Wang Chuanfu, there are many examples of politicians who are worried about low-cost Chinese EVs, hinting at the US and Europe.

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XPeng is scouting production sites in Europe to circumvent imposed tariffs on Chinese EVs

Electrek

XPeng Motors appears to be the latest Chinese automaker looking to bring localized EV production to Europe. During a recent interview, XPeng’s founder, chairman, and CEO, He Xiaopeng, shared that the company is exploring potential sites in the EU to set up local BEV production.

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Europe may slap retroactive tariffs on Chinese EVs

Electrek

After months of investigation, the European Commission says it has found evidence that China has been “unfairly” subsidizing the EVs it exports to Europe. Possible “remedies” on the table include retroactive tariffs on Chinese EVs.

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The Actual Benefit of High Tariffs on Chinese Electric Cars in Europe & USA

CleanTechnica EVs

There has been a vast amount of discussion on Chinese electric cars making their way to European and US markets, and the European Union and USA putting high tariffs on these electric cars based on the assumption that production of these electric cars is being unfairly subsidized, overproduced, and then.

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Magna Steyr in discussions with several Chinese automakers to localize EV production in Europe

Electrek

Austria-based contract manufacturer Magna Steyr has confirmed that several Chinese OEMs are discussing the possibility of local EV production ahead of further sales in Europe. The decision may be swayed by the looming threat of tariffs Europe may impose on China as several automakers continue to expand to new markets overseas.

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Chinese electric truck maker SANY partners with Alltrucks to conquer Europe

Electrek

Chinese heavy equipment manufacturer SANY has signed a strategic Agreement with European brand Alltrucks to fuel its expansion into the European market.

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