The European Union has thrown its hat in the China trade war gauntlet, but it’s not clear if this will play out exactly in Europe's favor. According to a report from Reuters, BMW, of all automakers, stands to be one of the hardest-hit brands by the EU’s anti-China tariffs. This is due to BMW's use of Chinese production and joint ventures for some of its models, including ones sold in Europe.
United Kingdom production won't happen for either until 2026. Mini has put a lot of energy into making it more competitive and affordable this time around; contributor Tim Stevens drove one recently and enjoyed the experience. It’s a solid lower-cost option that would start right at the €35,000 mark, slightly above Chinese cars like the BYD Dolphin or MG 4. This 38.