Chinese automakers have seen a sharp rise in European sales, more than doubling their August figures to nearly 100,000 vehicles sold. The surge comes as brands leverage plug-in hybrid models to bypass EU tariffs targeting fully electric imports, offering a workaround to trade barriers. Analysts suggest this strategy could reshape the competitive landscape in the region’s auto market. The shift highlights how Chinese manufacturers are adapting to regulatory challenges while expanding their footprint abroad.
Chinese automakers more than doubled their August sales in Europe to 97,639. Plug-in hybrids helped several Chinese brands boost volume while avoiding EU tariffs aimed at imported full-electric cars ...
