EU hits China with probe into EV subsidy as industry fears grow

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

51% : China is home to a slew of EV makers supported by government incentives for both industry and buyers, and many of its upstart companies have yet to consistently generate profits.
49% : The EU this year conducted a temporary review of its state aid rules to counter massive subsidies provided by the US and China, especially in green technologies.
48% : "Von der Leyen will also need to decide soon on whether to stick with plans to introduce a tariff starting next year on electric vehicles shipping between the EU and the UK, which some officials and the industry say will damage European carmakers and boost competition from China.
39% : As part of its ambitious Green Deal plan to cut emissions, the EU has implemented an effective ban on combustion engine cars starting in 2035.

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