China’s cheap electric vehicles could help Europe meet ambitious climate targets but threaten jobs in Europe. China makes the cheapest electric vehicles in the world. Europe needs them to meet ambitious climate targets. But imports could send European car manufacturers into a tailspin. Will either side compromise? Also this week: President Trump is fighting hard … Read more
China accuses Brussels of protectionism, EU says Chinese subsidies are unfair. The European Union plans to impose harsh new tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles, which Beijing has said is pure protectionism. There is division, too, in the EU about the plan among German and other automakers highly exposed to the Chinese market. So, what’s behind … Read more
The cars reportedly have problems with their automatic assisted steering and door latch controls. Tesla is recalling more than 1.6 million Model S, X, 3 and Y electric vehicles in China for problems with their automatic assisted steering and door latch controls. China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) announced the recall on Friday and … Read more