Chinese EV makers expand into European markets, raising cost and security concerns

The future for EVs will inevitably involve China. But where does that leave the UK and Europe markets – and what of the questions around national security?

First covered Jun 10, 2026 · 5:00 PM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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108d via Bluesky China's electric cars are cheaper, but is there a deeper cost? — The future for EVs will inevitably involve China. But where does that leave the UK and Europe markets – and what of the questions around national security?

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Bluesky: @hannahritchie.bsky.social Hannah Ritchie · 471d ago · 255 ♥ Almost everyone: "Electric cars are too expensive and are all SUVs. We need smaller, cheaper ones." *BYD launches new compact, high-quality electric car in the UK at £18,000* BBC: No, not like that. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Appeared in: 2026-06-11 (#6)

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