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Chinese-made cars account for one in five BEV sales in February in Europe | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

February 2024 was a positive month for the new car market in Europe. JATO’s data revealed that these vehicles were responsible for 61% of total sales in February 2024, in comparison to the 62% registered in February 2019. However, Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) are not driving growth as they historically have done.

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Europe may slap retroactive tariffs on Chinese EVs

Baua Electric

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. But now Europe may enforce its own tariffs. million overall BEV sales. BYD alone sold 1.6

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BYD DOLPHIN Goes On Sale In Europe Starting At €29,990

Electric Cars Report

Chinese leading electric vehicle manufacturer BYD announced the market launch of the new pure-electric BYD DOLPHIN in Europe. This all-new C-segment hatchback combines distinctive ‘playful’ design aesthetics with versatility, agility and an abundance of standard equipment, together with BYD’s EV technology.

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Chinese EV battery maker SVOLT announces major expansion into Europe

Teslarati

A Chinese battery producer SVOLT has announced a major European expansion to help fuel the EV industry on the continent. Due to its aggressive regulation of ICE vehicles, one of the leading regions for EV adoption is Europe, which currently plans to phase out gas-powered vehicle sales by 2035.

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Stellantis wins big in EV sales in Europe, thanks to France’s ‘green bonus’

Electrek

Once a fierce critic of the European Union’s push to restrict ICE vehicles, Stellantis is now reaping rewards from its shift in focus to EVs, with France taking the lead thanks to revised “green bonus” incentives for Europe-made cars while freezing out Chinese brands.

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Stellantis & Leapmotor joint venture gets approval from Chinese regulator

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It acquired 20% of the Chinese automakers, making it a significant shareholder. Tesla’s China deals concerns chair of US Congressional Committee In a statement to Reuters , Leapmotor shared that its first EV model for the overseas market will be launched for sale in Germany, France, Italy, and Spain. billion in Leapmotor.

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Chinese state-owned automaker shares plans to expand and build its EVs in Europe

Electrek

SAIC Motor , a Chinese state-owned automaker, is doubling down on its EV strategy in Europe following encouraging sales so far this year. more… The post Chinese state-owned automaker shares plans to expand and build its EVs in Europe appeared first on Electrek.

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