Beijing lodges complaint with WTO regarding EU’s recent tariffs on electric vehicles

Beijing lodges complaint with WTO regarding EU’s recent tariffs on electric vehicles

China has filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization over the European Union’s decision to impose high tariffs on Chinese-made electric cars. The EU announced tariffs of up to 35% after finding that Chinese state subsidies were undercutting European automakers. Germany and Hungary have opposed the move, fearing a trade war with Beijing. China … Read more

Scout Motors of Volkswagen unveils initial electric vehicles and outlines strategy for plug-in hybrids

Scout Motors of Volkswagen unveils initial electric vehicles and outlines strategy for plug-in hybrids

Scout Terra pickup truck and Scout Traveler SUV concepts Scout NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Volkswagen-backed Scout Motors unveiled its first electric vehicles on Thursday and announced plans to expand its lineup to include an emerging type of plug-in hybrid electric vehicle in addition to EV models. Scout, a former American vehicle brand from 1961 to 1980, … Read more