It is well-established that the U.S. has a long history of spying on its allies. That practice seems to continue regardless. Then why does the EU Commission go along with it?
The U.S.’s unfounded accusations against China, claiming that Chinese-made EVs are used for spying, are just another example of the U.S.’s eagerness to engage in questionable practices to maintain its marketplace in the EV business and prevent others from entering the lucrative U.S. EV markets. Now, it is spreading the same dubious practices to Europe, forgetting that fair competition is a fundamental aspect of capitalism. At least, it’s the very essence of a just economic system.
Once again, it is not only about the EVs and unfounded allegations without any concrete proof of espionage; it is more about market control and China’s increasing influence on EV markets in the United States and Europe. That’s something that the U.S. State Department and the Department of Commerce can’t accept. Therefore, when faced with imminent threats, the U.S. always seems to resort to deceitful coercion tactics to undermine its opponents. The “EV controversy” is a clear example of this, and it’s just the start.