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BEIJING/SHANGHAI (Reuters) -Fierce competition among China's leading EV makers has intensified, with a long-running dispute between BYD and Great Wall Motor over emissions compliance escalating after Geely joined in to criticise BYD's aggressive price cuts. The row dates back to 2023, when Great Wall Motor reported BYD to Chinese regulators, alleging that its two best-selling hybrid models failed to meet emissions standards. The issue re-emerged last month when Great Wall’s chairman, Wei Jianjun, expressed concerns about the ongoing price war and confirmed that the regulatory probe was still active.

The ongoing global tariff war has created a window of opportunity for the UK to strengthen its EV industry and boost the economy. By Beibei Sun

Electric vehicles (EVs) are making significant strides toward a green future, driven by advancements in battery technologies. With expectations that EVs could represent 20-30% of global car sales by 2030, enhancements in battery density and charging speed are pivotal. The market is currently led by China, with companies like CATL and BYD taking the forefront, while Europe and North America work to increase their domestic battery production capabilities. New technologies such as solid-state...

BYD, Chery Push Hybrids to Avoid Tariffs in Europe

China's car sales rose for a fourth consecutive month in May, but slower increases across major automakers highlighted concerns over aggressive price competition in the world’s largest auto market.

In the first five months of the year, Tesla's retail sales in the Chinese domestic market totaled 201,926 units, down 7.82 percent year-on-year.

In April 2025, Chinese automaker BYD surpassed Tesla in monthly registrations of pure electric vehic