Exciting news emerged from Paris on 4 November 2025 during the 4th edition of the Automotive Industry Day. The European Commission will announce on 10 December the launch of a new category of small electric vehicles (EVs). This initiative, dubbed the ' Small Cars Initiative ', aims to prioritise affordability and accessibility to stimulate demand and curb China 's increasing market share in Europe.

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Stéphane Sejoune, European Commissioner for Industry, stated, 'The goal for manufacturers is to bring new small vehicles, priced between €15,000 and €20,000, to the market. Since regulatory constraints also factor into the price, we are going to create this regulatory framework.'

The initiative forms part of a comprehensive, four-pronged strategy t

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