Tariffs and the Difference between Chinese BEVs & PHEVs - CleanTechnica

The article discusses the impact of rising tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) in Europe, highlighting a surprising exemption for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). Chinese original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) had primarily focused on battery electric vehicles (BEVs) for the European market, with PHEVs as a secondary consideration. However, the success of the BYD Seal U PHEV suggests a strategic shift toward PHEVs, as tariffs have made BEVs less competitive compared to local European models. A detailed comparison of the best-selling Chinese BEVs (MG 4, BYD Seal, BYD Dolphin) against European competitors (VW ID.3 and ID.7) reveals that while Chinese models offer competitive range and pricing, European models often excel in DC fast charging speed and efficiency. For instance, the VW ID.3 is cheaper and charges almost twice as fast as the Chinese BEVs, while the VW ID.7 offers superior range and features despite a higher price than