Made in Europe

Europe faces an economic challenge to strengthen competitiveness and industrial resilience while pursuing decarbonisation. Policymakers are implementing the EU’s competitiveness agenda, including the Competitiveness Compass, Clean Industrial Deal, and the evolving 'Made in Europe' agenda.

EU’s leading car manufacturers are collaborating to promote 'Made in Europe' initiatives. The article highlights Cupra's electric vehicles produced in Martorell, Spain, as an example of this effort.

Renault has joined Volkswagen and Stellantis in supporting a 'Made in Europe' initiative. The automotive industry remains divided over how the European Union can safeguard manufacturing from the rising competition of Chinese electric vehicles.

Toyota and Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) have warned that a 'Made in Europe' plan could threaten their investments and jobs. The proposal has sparked criticism from carmakers exporting vehicles to the EU from countries like the UK, Turkey, and Morocco.

France is shifting its stance on including the UK in European Commission subsidies for strategic industries, despite initial reluctance. The proposal aims to protect sectors like the car industry from foreign imports.