# CAAM Welcomes China-EU Consensus on Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Trade

The China Association of Automobile Manufacturers \(CAAM\) issued a statement on October 14, 2026, welcoming the consensus reached by China and the European Union on hybrid and electric vehicle trade following intensive consultations under the trade and investment consultation mechanism\.

By China EV Signal
Published: 2026-10-14T14:14:59.205Z
Updated: 2026-10-14T14:14:59.207Z
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## Key takeaways

- China and the EU reached a consensus on hybrid and electric vehicle trade issues through intensive consultations under the trade and investment consultation mechanism\.
- China and the EU affirmed three principles under the WTO multilateral rules framework: fact-based, non-discriminatory and compliant\.
- CAAM said it supports China and the EU in implementing the consensus, properly managing differences and jointly maintaining a fair, open and non-discriminatory international trade environment\.

## CAAM Statement on China-EU Consensus

The China Association of Automobile Manufacturers issued a statement on October 14, 2026, welcoming the positive outcome of China-EU consultations on hybrid and electric vehicle trade\. CAAM said it paid close attention to the consultations and expressed support for the results\.

## Consultations Under the Trade and Investment Mechanism

China and the EU held intensive consultations on hybrid and electric vehicle trade issues under the trade and investment consultation mechanism and reached a consensus\. The two sides conducted the consultations on the principles of mutual respect and equal consultation\.

Under the World Trade Organization multilateral rules framework, China and the EU affirmed three principles: fact-based, non-discriminatory and compliant\.

## CAAM Pledges Support for Implementation

CAAM said it is willing to continue serving as a bridge to promote communication and coordination within the industry\. The association expressed support for China and the EU to move toward each other under the trade and investment consultation mechanism, implement the consensus, properly manage differences and jointly maintain a fair, open and non-discriminatory international trade environment\.

CAAM said China and the EU handled trade frictions through dialogue and consultation on the WTO platform, setting an example for the international community in properly managing differences\. The association said the consensus would inject positive energy into the green and low-carbon transition and sustainable development of the global auto industry\.

## Original publisher

中汽协会数据. Published: 2026-10-14T05:58:02.000Z