Chinese-Made Electric Cars in UK Can Be Remotely Shut Down by China, Report
A report from the China Strategic Risks Institute (CSRI) has highlighted the increasing market share of Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK as a significant concern, warning of potential “economic and security risks” for the nation.
According to the report, the UK’s car manufacturing sector supports 198,000 jobs and contributes 2.5 per cent to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP).
However, the rapid growth of China’s EV industry, bolstered by government subsidies enabling the production of five to ten million low-cost vehicles annually, threatens the future of British car manufacturing if import restrictions are not implemented.
The impact of this trend is already visible, with the CSRI revealing that Chinese EVs have grown their market share in the UK from 2 percent in 2019 to 33.4 percent in the first half of 2023.
The think tank cautioned that, unlike the European Union, the UK has refrained from imposing tariffs on Chinese-made EVs.
This decision, it warned, could transform Britain into a “dumping ground and a potential backdoor into the European market” for Chinese vehicles.
Such a situation could strain Britain’s relationships with key allies, including European nations and the United States, potentially jeopardizing trade agreements.
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Beyond economic risks, the CSRI warned of potential national security concerns, suggesting that the Chinese government could “weaponize” components in Chinese-made EVs.
