# China's Answer To Europe's EV Tariffs Came With A Gas Tank | Carscoops

> - Chinese brands shifted toward plug-in hybrids after EV tariffs arrived. - European officials now appear ready to target that growing loophole. - New duties may slow growth but probably won’t stop China expansion.

- **Source:** [Carscoops](https://www.carscoops.com/2026/06/eu-china-hybrid-tariffs/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a38318fe8976fcb37cdfe26)
- **Published:** 2026-06-21
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #ev
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