Chinese EV makers face tariff dilemma as Beijing intervenes in go-global plans

China leads world in quality of EV patents, says think tank

TOKYO -- Chinese car and battery makers are outpacing their Japanese and U.S. rivals in the quality of their electric vehicle-related patents, opening

Chinese EV makers face tariff dilemma as Beijing intervenes in go-global plans

China wants decisions by carmakers to be made strategically, prioritising geopolitically favourable countries, Trivium China’s Ries says.

MG, which belongs to the Chinese SAIC Group, is currently considering building a factory in Europe. A decision on the location could be made before the fall. The goal is to also build cars in Europe in the future to avoid high import duties on electric cars from China. Additional tariffs on Chinese electric cars have been in effect since November 2024. These currently amount to 35.3 percent for MG and are in addition to the regular 10 percent im…

The arrival in avalanche of new Chinese car brands has revolutionized the European market in full transformation towards electric mobility. European firms are...

Driving Success: Top Foreign Automakers and Strategic Partnerships in China’s Booming Automotive Landscape

In the rapidly growing economy of China, the world's largest automotive market, top foreign automakers are joining forces with domestic car brands through strategic partnerships and joint ventures. This collaboration is critical for navigating the complex regulatory landscape and tapping into the booming demand for Electric Vehicles (EVs) and New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), fueled by urbanization, environmental concerns, and government incentives. T…

EV maker Xpeng charts steady global expansion despite tariff war

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker Xpeng is ramping up its global expansion, despite the intensifying trade war between Washington and Beijing, and the European Union’s punitive tariffs against Chinese cars.