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Rows of unsold electric vehicles (EVs) are gathering dust at the Belgian port of Zeebrugge, a stark contrast to the bustling activity seen in previous years. Despite the port’s massive transformation to accommodate the green evolution, the demand for EVs has slowed down significantly. According to a report from ICO Terminals SA, one of the…
In a groundbreaking milestone, electric cars have surpassed gasoline-powered vehicles in Norway. According to the Norwegian Road Federation (OFV), there are now more all-electric cars registered in the country than those running on petrol, reports The Guardian. This historic shift underscores Norway’s rapid transition towards a greener future. A Historic Milestone The OFV reported that…
While wealthy cities like Shanghai and Shenzhen have led electric car adoption, uptake in other areas shows how hard gasoline cars can be to ditch
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…
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