Regulation & Safety

France will target state aid for EVs, batteries made in Europe

Renault Megane E-Tech assembly Douai 2021
Production of the Megane E-Tech full-electric compact at Renault's Douai, France, assembly plant. Renault's EV factories in France are seeking ways to reduce their carbon footprint.
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May 12, 2023 08:11 AM


PARIS -- The French government is seeking to limit incentives for buying new full-electric vehicles to those built in Europe, President Emmanuel Macon said, part of a package of environmentally friendly business incentives meant to boost French competitiveness.

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