Biden Sets Bold EV Targets Amid Fears of Chinese Market Dominance

April 8, 2024
Biden Sets Bold EV Targets Amid Fears of Chinese Market Dominance
  • President Biden has mandated that by 2032, two-thirds of new vehicle sales in the U.S. must be electric or hybrid models.

  • American companies are currently struggling with the ramp-up in EV production, leading to concerns that China may dominate the U.S. market.

  • China's BYD, a leading EV manufacturer, is currently excluded from the U.S. market but has experienced growth and profitability.

  • China controls the electric vehicle supply chain, particularly in mineral refining, which is essential for EV production.

  • U.S. automakers are lagging in EV development and are reliant on Chinese materials, while previous administration policies sought to curb Chinese auto imports through tariffs.

  • Chinese electric vehicles are becoming more prevalent in Europe, accounting for nearly 20% of the market in 2023, prompting the EU to consider tariffs against them.

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