UK faces choice on Chinese EV tariffs as market share hits 28%
Chinese automakers' registrations in the UK rose to 519,424 vehicles between January and August 2026, capturing 28.1% market share, up from 12.9% in the same period in 2025. The best-selling Jaecoo 7, nicknamed the 'Temu Range Rover,' sold 10,814 units in September. UK Business Minister Jonathan Reynolds is considering matching the EU's up to 35.3% tariff on Chinese EVs to avoid Made in Europe barriers, with China warning of retaliatory measures.
英国考虑是否跟进欧盟对华电动车关税
2026年1至8月，中国车企在英国的新车注册量达51.94万辆，市场份额从2025年同期的12.9%升至28.1%。被称为"Temu路虎"的Jaecoo 7九月销量达10814辆，成为英国销冠。英国商务大臣雷诺兹正考虑对华电动车加征关税以匹配欧盟最高35.3%的税率，避免被欧盟"欧洲制造"规则排斥，中方已发出报复警告。
Why it matters: Chinese brands now hold 28% of UK EV market, creating pressure for London to match EU tariffs or risk exclusion from Made in Europe rules.