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Germany's ruling SPD backs EU tariffs on Chinese hybrid cars

Published

4 September 2026

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regulatory

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Electric Vehicles

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Europe

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Read at autonews.com

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Fusion42 · 4 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

Germany's SPD, a ruling party, supports the EU's proposal for tariffs on Chinese hybrid vehicles, signaling a shift in Germany's cautious stance on trade measures against China in the auto sector.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Electric Vehicles.

◆ The Wire takeaway

German political support for tariffs means EU trade policy is tightening on Chinese imports in autos. You need to reassess supply chain exposure and market access for vehicles tied to China now.

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