EU threatens higher tariffs on Chinese hybrids after import surge
The European Union is demanding China voluntarily limit hybrid vehicle exports to prevent a potential tariff hike. Imports of Chinese hybrids to the EU surged from 3,800 in late 2024 to 50,000 in mid-2026, outpacing battery electric vehicle growth. Brussels seeks a negotiated deal by October to avoid 'deindustrialisation' and address a €1 billion daily trade deficit.