输不起！“欧盟恐对中国车厂下手”

Core Viewpoint - The European Union (EU) is increasingly anxious about its automotive industry falling behind competitors from China and the US, prompting a reconsideration of its environmental and free trade principles [1][5]. Group 1: EU's Automotive Industry Concerns - EU officials express that without intervention, the production and sales of cars in Europe could drop from 13 million to 9 million within the next decade [1]. - In the first nine months of this year, Chinese car sales in Italy surged by 150%, raising alarms about the competitive landscape [1]. - By 2035, the market share of European cars is projected to decline from 70% to 55%, with component share dropping from 85% to below 50% [1]. Group 2: Recommendations from EU Officials - The EU should exhibit flexibility regarding the 2035 target to completely phase out internal combustion engine vehicles [4]. - European car manufacturers are encouraged to explore new markets to boost sales, while the EU aims to reduce bureaucratic obstacles [5]. - The EU plans to introduce new rules to protect local production and set conditions for foreign investments in Europe [5]. Group 3: Global Market Dynamics - Chinese electric vehicles are gaining significant traction in Europe, with 5.1% of new car registrations in 28 European countries being Chinese brands, nearly doubling from the previous year [7]. - The rapid rise of Chinese electric vehicles poses a serious challenge to traditional European automakers, who are calling for an open market to foster fair competition [8].