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FILE PHOTO: A new Renault Twingo electric car is unveiled during Renault Group capital market day for its new electric vehicle unit Ampere, in Paris, France, November 15, 2023. REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes/File Photo
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Nissan may partner with Renault on new small EV for Europe

Renault, Nissan discuss a joint EV version of Renault’s Twingo to debut in 2026 under 20,000 euros, aiming to compete with Chinese EVs.

An image featuring the BYD logo with silhouettes of people in the background.
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Chinese EV giant BYD beats Tesla in quarterly revenue for first time

China's BYD reported surging sales, surpassing Tesla in quarterly revenue for the first time as it expands into overseas markets.

Cars to be exported sit at a terminal in the port of Yantai, Shandong province, China January 10, 2024. China Daily via REUTERS/File Photo
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China tells carmakers to pause investment in EU countries backing EV tariffs, sources say

China advises automakers to halt investments in EU nations backing new EV tariffs, potentially widening the Europe-China rift.

FILE PHOTO: Geely Auto logo is seen in this illustration taken January 16, 2024. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo
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Chinese automaker Geely steps up challenge to BYD with new hybrid tech

Geely’s new Leishen hybrid tech outperforms BYD in fuel efficiency with 2.62L/100km and 2,390 km range, boosting hybrid competition.

FILE PHOTO: Employees work on an electric vehicle (EV) production line during an organised media tour to a factory under Jiangling Group Electric Vehicle (JMEV), in Nanchang, Jiangxi province, China May 22, 2024. REUTERS/Kevin Krolicki/File Photo
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Explainer: What happens as EU concludes investigation of Chinese-made EVs?

The EU formally approved imposing tariffs on Chinese-made EVs on Tuesday after an investigation that has divided the bloc.

Extra duties on imports of electric vehicles from China are due to enter into force on Thursday (AFP)
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EU adopts extra tariffs of up to 35.3% on Chinese EVs

The EU will impose new tariffs on Chinese electric cars after a probe found unfair subsidies, risking trade tensions with Beijing.

FILE PHOTO: Members of the press and the general public check out the Atto 3 electric SUV made by Chinese carmaker BYD, at the Fully Charged Live electric vehicle trade show in Farnborough, Britain, April 28, 2023. REUTERS/Nick Carey/File Photo
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European car safety agency snubs BYD’s Atto 3 driver assistance system

MILAN — Europe’s car safety agency has issued a “not recommended” rating to the driver assistance system used in BYD’s Atto 3 EV,...

Indonesia aims to become one of the world's top three producers of EV batteries. Indonesia could be perfectly placed to become a battery-making giant because it has the world's largest nickel reserves. (AFP)
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Indonesia bets on SE Asia’s first battery plant to become EV hub

Indonesia hosts the world's largest nickel reserves — now, the country is looking to capitalize on them and kick start its battery industry.

FILE PHOTO: People stand at the booth of battery maker CATL during the first China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) in Beijing, China November 28, 2023. REUTERS/Florence Lo/File Photo
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China’s CATL unveils new battery for extended-range hybrids

Chinese battery giant CATL launched its first battery product focused on extended-range hybrids.

FILE PHOTO: Lucid Group CEO Peter Rawlinson speaks during the press day preview of the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California, U.S. November 16, 2023.  REUTERS/David Swanson/File Photo
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US automakers urged to innovate despite tariffs on Chinese rivals

U.S. auto leaders warn against complacency as Chinese rivals outpace in EV tech, despite short-term tariff relief.

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