Alarm bells sound in Brussels as EU sales of Chinese hybrid cars rocket
EU officials are alarmed by a sharp rise in sales of Chinese hybrid vehicles, which are not covered by existing electric‑vehicle tariffs. The surge, driven by lower prices and expanding market access, threatens European manufacturers’ competitiveness. Brussels is considering policy responses to address the imbalance and protect the continent’s automotive sector. Analysts warn the growth could reshape dynamics and pressure regulators to revise trade rules.