Von der Leyen calls for investigation into tariffs on Chinese EVs

The EU Commission intends to investigate whether China heavily subsidizes its EVs, which could lead to tariffs. The German industry strongly opposes this move, fearing retaliation from Beijing.

13. September 2023
epa10858111 European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen during the debate on the ‘state of the European Union’ at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France, 13 September 2023. The session runs from 11 till 14 September.  EPA-EFE/JULIEN WARNAND

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Last updated: 24. July 2025