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EU to limit imports of Chinese hybrid cars from 2027
The EU and China have agreed to limit imports of hybrid and plug-in hybrid cars into the EU.
The restrictions follow a rapid rise in imports from China, which the European Commission estimates could reach 800,000 vehicles by the end of 2026.
Under the agreement, imports will be capped at 350,000 vehicles in 2027 and can then grow by no more than 6% a year until 2030.
The limits will also apply to other trading partners, including Japan and South Korea, and to cars made elsewhere by Chinese companies.
The EU says the measure is designed to protect a threatened industry while complying with World Trade Organization rules.
It has already imposed duties of up to 45% on Chinese electric cars, which it says offset state subsidies.
The new limits may raise prices for consumers, while Chinese carmakers may respond by building more factories in Europe.
The EU and China have agreed to limits on imports of hybrid and plug-in hybrid cars into the EU.
From 2027, imports of these vehicles from China will be capped at 350,000 a year.
The annual limit can rise by 6% through 2030.
The EU estimates imports of Chinese hybrid and plug-in hybrid cars could reach 800,000 by the end of 2026.
The quotas will also apply to other trading partners, including Japan and South Korea.
- Who
- The EU and China agreed to the import limits.
- What
- The EU will cap imports of hybrid and plug-in hybrid cars. The quotas will also cover other trading partners.
- When
- The limits start in 2027 and allow annual growth of 6% through 2030.
- Where
- Imports into the European Union.
- Why
- The EU says it is responding to a rapid rise in imports and concerns about pressure on European industry.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
The EU and China agreed on import limits for hybrid and plug-in hybrid cars.
Details of the agreement became public.
- 2027 import cap
- 350,000 Chinese hybrid and plug-in hybrid cars
- Annual increase
- 6% through 2030
- End-2026 import estimate
- 800,000 vehicles
- Other quota recipients
- Japan and South Korea
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