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BMW joins Chinese EV makers in filing EU court challenge to tariffs

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Posted on January 24, 2025

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BRUSSELS (Reuters) - BMW has joined Chinese producers in filing a challenge at the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) against EU tariffs on China-made electric vehicles (EVs), according to

BMW and Chinese EV Makers Challenge EU Tariffs in Court

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - BMW has joined Chinese producers in filing a challenge at the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) against EU tariffs on China-made electric vehicles (EVs), according to a filing on the court's website.

The EU imposed tariffs on China-made EVs at the end of October after an anti-subsidy investigation. The rate for BMW, which manufactures the electric Mini Cooper and electric Mini Aceman in China, is 20.7%.

The court document showed the German automaker lodged its complaints at the General Court, the lower of two CJEU chambers, on Tuesday, a day before the deadline for filing challenges. Proceedings at the General Court last on average 18 months and can be appealed.

No further details of the cases were given.

Chinese electric vehicle makers BYD, Geely and SAIC and auto sector body CCCME have also challenged the EU's import tariffs at the court.

(Reporting by Philip Blenkinsop; additional reporting by Christina Amann in Frankfurt, Editing by Louise Heavens)

Key Takeaways

  • BMW files a legal challenge against EU tariffs on China-made EVs.
  • The EU imposed tariffs following an anti-subsidy investigation.
  • BMW's tariff rate is set at 20.7% for its electric models.
  • Chinese companies BYD, Geely, and SAIC also filed challenges.
  • Court proceedings may last up to 18 months and can be appealed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The main topic is BMW and Chinese EV makers challenging EU tariffs on China-made electric vehicles in court.
Why were the tariffs imposed?
The EU imposed tariffs after an anti-subsidy investigation on China-made electric vehicles.
Who else is challenging the tariffs?
Chinese EV makers BYD, Geely, and SAIC, along with auto sector body CCCME, are also challenging the tariffs.

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