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US ban on Chinese auto tech signals decisive split in global market


Published on 2025-01-15 16:41:25 - Reuters
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  • One of the last acts of President Joe Biden's administration is to engineer a split in the global auto market. On Tuesday, Washington imposed a ban on the sale and import of connected cars and related technology from China.

The article from Reuters discusses the potential for a significant divergence in the global automotive market by 2025, driven by differing regulatory environments and consumer preferences in the United States compared to Europe and China. It highlights that while Europe and China are pushing aggressively towards electric vehicles (EVs) with supportive policies and infrastructure, the U.S. is showing a slower adoption rate due to factors like less stringent emissions regulations, a preference for larger vehicles, and a less developed charging network. This split could lead to a bifurcated market where U.S. manufacturers might continue to produce and sell more traditional internal combustion engine vehicles alongside EVs, potentially affecting global trade, investment in EV technology, and the competitive landscape of the automotive industry. The article suggests that this divergence might not only influence market dynamics but also impact global efforts to reduce carbon emissions.

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