Canada sets phased rules for China-made EV imports, targets larger affordable share by 2030
Latest news on WhatsApp أجدد الأخبار على واتسابCanada said its new arrangements with China on electric vehicles will roll out in phases, starting with an annual import quota and extending to targets through 2030, as Ottawa argues the approach will expand access to more affordable EVs while keeping market entry predictable.
A Canadian government backgrounder said Canada intends to set an initial country-specific quota of 49,000 EVs per year at the most-favoured-nation tariff rate of 6.1%.
The same document said the agreement-in-principle includes an opportunity to review progress and implementation in three years to assess whether expected Canadian benefits have materialized.
Looking longer-term, Canada said the share of the quota reserved for EVs with an import price of C$35,000 or less will reach 50% by 2030.
U.S. officials criticized the move, warning Canada would regret it and stressing those vehicles would not be allowed into the United States.
