EU carmakers urge delay to tighter EV battery rules for UK trade
( September 17, 2026, 13:52 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: European carmakers are urging the EU and UK to delay tighter rules of origin for electric-vehicle batteries due in 2027, warning that 82 percent of EU EV exports to the UK could otherwise face tariffs. Carmaker lobby group ACEA said, in a letter sent to the European Commission and Council on Thursday, that it wants current flexible rules extended through 2029, followed by stricter localization requirements from 2030.The statement follows. The letter is attached. ...
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