Tesla boss Elon Musk criticises US tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles

Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently criticized U.S. tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs), arguing that without such trade barriers, Chinese automakers could outcompete and "demolish" global competitors. Musk's comments come in the context of Tesla losing its position as the top EV seller to China's BYD, which has been expanding aggressively in international markets with competitively priced vehicles​

Musk emphasized that Chinese car companies are among the most competitive in the world, benefiting from significant advancements in battery technology and cost efficiencies. He expressed concerns that, without protective tariffs, these companies could dominate the global EV market, undermining U.S. and other international automakers​

Musk's remarks reflect broader tensions in the EV market, where the U.S. and Europe are considering measures to counteract the competitive pricing and state support that Chinese automakers enjoy. This debate over trade barriers is part of a larger geopolitical struggle over technological and economic dominance in the rapidly growing EV sector​