Tesla’s UK subsidies under scrutiny after Trump announces car tariffs

The UK taxpayer subsidies received by Tesla are facing scrutiny after Donald Trump imposed a 25% tariff on imported vehicles to the US. Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reviewing electric vehicle transition rules and considering reciprocal tariffs on Tesla imports due to Elon Musk’s support for Trump. Data shows Tesla has benefited from £188 million in subsidies since 2016 through the plug-in car grant scheme, prompting calls for a reevaluation of support for the UK car manufacturing industry.

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