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Want A Chinese EV: There's a Tiny Loophole, But It Won't Be Easy or Cheap

20 Jun 2025 | Abstracted from EVWorld.com

"The article by Aarian Marshall explains that while massive tariffs and regulatory hurdles make it nearly impossible to import a mass-market Chinese electric vehicle (EV) into the US, a niche and complex loophole exists for wealthy enthusiasts: the "Show or Display" exemption.

"...method is not a viable pathway for making Chinese EVs widely available to American consumers but serves as a fascinating case study in trade policy..."

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