AD #3902 - EU and China Agree to End EV Tariff Dispute; VW Bringing Hybrids to U.S. Market; Dealers Want to Ease U.S. Emission Rules
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Europe and China have reached a tentative agreement to end their EV tariff dispute by setting minimum prices for Chinese EV imports to Europe, potentially avoiding hefty tariffs. In the US, dealers are urging the government to ease emission rules and EV sales mandates, citing inventory and consumer challenges. Volkswagen plans to reintroduce hybrids to the US market, while Jeep explores adding more hybrids amid slowing EV demand. Other highlights include Kia's new EV production facility in South Korea, BYD expanding its electric pickup truck sales in Central America, and a Chinese EV startup, Avatar, preparing to go public to boost growth.
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Ford Fusion
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