China has reportedly pushed back against the European Union’s proposal to cap hybrid vehicle exports from Chinese automakers at 15 percent, fearing it could escalate into a full-blown trade conflict. The move comes as Beijing seeks to protect its growing automotive industry amid rising tensions over market access and industrial subsidies. With both sides accused of using trade barriers to shield domestic producers, the dispute highlights deeper economic rivalries between the world’s two largest economies. Analysts warn the standoff could disrupt global supply chains if left unresolved.
China wants to safeguard Chinese automakers after the EU reportedly requested China limit hybrid vehicle sales to 15 percent to avoid a trade war.
