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Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has voiced support for proposed European Union tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle (EV) exports. This stance comes ahead of a meeting with China’s commerce minister in Rome, according to Reuters. Protecting European Competitiveness “We support the duties that the EU Commission proposes, to protect the competitiveness of our companies,” Tajani…
The Biden administration has just announced a major move in the trade war with China, slapping a 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) among other goods. This decision, set to take effect on September 27, is part of a broader strategy to protect strategic domestic industries from China’s state-driven excess production capacity, reports Reuters.…
China’s pushing its carmakers to keep their advanced electric vehicle (EV) tech at home, even as these companies expand globally. The government’s encouraging automakers to export partially assembled vehicles, or “knock-down kits,” to avoid tariffs and protect their tech. This news, first reported by Bloomberg, comes as Chinese EV makers like BYD and Chery Automobile…
The European Union is set to lower its proposed tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs) imported from China, following consultations with affected companies. This development comes as part of an ongoing trade dispute between the EU and China over EV subsidies and market competition, reports the SCMP. Key Points Background The European Commission launched an investigation…
In a bold move to expand their global footprint, nearly 900 Chinese auto suppliers and a handful of EV makers are showcasing their products at the Automechanika trade fair in Frankfurt. This event, which typically focuses on suppliers, has added a special “EV Expo” to highlight Chinese-made electric vehicles. The initiative comes as the Chinese…
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping and other top officials on Monday, marking his second trip to China in just over a year. This visit comes amidst a tense backdrop of trade disputes, particularly over electric vehicles (EVs), reports AP News. Trade Tensions and Electric Vehicles The…
Tesla’s Full Self Driving (FSD) software is set to expand internationally, with significant updates and features rolling out over the next year. The company has released a roadmap detailing its plans, including enhancements to FSD and its introduction to Europe and China by Q1 2025. Notably, Tesla is also planning to bring FSD to right-hand…
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers are showing resilience in the face of global trade restrictions, with several major players reporting significant year-on-year sales increases for August. This surge comes despite recent announcements by the European Union, United States, and Canada to limit Chinese-made EV imports, according to a report by Euro News. Record-Breaking Sales for…
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