EU Reassesses 2024 China-EV Duties as Chinese Brands Expand; US Maintains 100% Tariff Wall
The EU imposed countervailing duties on China-made EVs in October 2024 and, according to the source, reviewed their effectiveness in October 2025 as Chinese brands increased European market share and accelerated local production. The US raised tariffs to 100% in May 2024 under Section 301, a move with limited immediate trade impact due to low import volumes but strong deterrent signaling.