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EU Set to Tax Chinese EVs, Threatening 2035 Emission Goals

9/8/2025

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In October 2025, the EU will impose import taxes of up to 35% on Chinese electric vehicles.
Over 150 European electric car leaders urged the EU to uphold its 2035 zero-emission target.
Delays in targets could negatively impact the EV market and investor confidence, signatories warned.
All European carmakers, except Mercedes-Benz, are on track to meet 2025-2027 carbon emission targets.
Executives will meet with EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on September 12 to discuss future targets.

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In October 2025, the EU will impose import taxes of up to 35% on Chinese electric vehicles.
Over 150 European electric car leaders urged the EU to uphold its 2035 zero-emission target.
Delays in targets could negatively impact the EV market and investor confidence, signatories warned.
All European carmakers, except Mercedes-Benz, are on track to meet 2025-2027 carbon emission targets.
Executives will meet with EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on September 12 to discuss future targets.