Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Källenius has called for the European Union to lower tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) amid a European Commission investigation into Chinese automotive subsidies. Källenius argues that reducing tariffs would foster competition, enhancing European car quality. The investigation focuses on whether Chinese subsidies allow their carmakers, like BYD and Geely, to undercut European manufacturers. Stellantis and Renault, facing competition from Chinese EVs, have different views, with Stellantis expressing concerns over the threat from Chinese vehicles.