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Chinese EV makers buy idle European factories from Ford, Nissan

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from Rest of World ·

Chery is leading Chinese EV makers in acquiring European factories vacated by Ford and Nissan. The move aims to bypass EU tariffs on Chinese-made EVs. However, it risks becoming a retreat if European demand falters or political backlash grows.

Meridian48 take
This is less a rescue and more a strategic hedge against tariffs, but the real test will be whether Chinese brands can win over European consumers.
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