What Trump 2.0 means for Chinese EV makers, Africa’s green vehicle potential: 7 EV reads
From what Trump’s re-election means for Chinese EV makers to Shanghai’s push for pilot-free flying cars, here are seven EV stories you may have missed
1. Trump’s return dims outlook for Chinese EV makers amid tariff threats
Donald Trump’s return to the White House is likely to complicate the outlook for the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) makers that are seeking to enter the US market after being hit with new tariffs from the Joe Biden administration.
2. EU tariffs will not stop Chinese EVs from entering bloc: officials at CIIE
Additional tariffs are unlikely to stop Chinese EV firms from entering the European Union (EU) because their advantages in production and price will make their products competitive abroad, according to industry officials at the world’s largest trade show.
3. Chinese EV makers look to Africa as rivalry with US, Europe heats up
Chinese EV makers are opening flagship stores and assembly plants in Africa as they look to expand on the continent and circumvent tariffs and other import restrictions imposed by the US and Europe.