Now it's EVs’ turn

04/03/2024 27 min

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Episode Synopsis

The White House recently announced an investigation into whether Chinese EVs present "national security risks," drawing a parallel with "smartphones on wheels" that could collect sensitive U.S. data, and potentially being manipulated remotely by Beijing. The 25% tariff on Chinese-made cars, implemented by the Trump administration, persists under President Biden. Do Chinese EVs really pose a national security risk to the U.S.? With China emerging as a leading EV manufacturer and exporter, could these protection measures accelerate American carmakers' competitiveness?