Renault's Chinese EV motor assembly in Cleon sparks French job loss fears

Renault plans to host an assembly line from Chinese firm Shanghai E-Drive at its Cleon plant in Normandy, raising concerns about local job losses. The move reflects broader shifts in the European auto industry toward Chinese EV supply chains, amid ongoing trade tensions. The impact on employment and industrial policy is uncertain, but it signals deepening integration of Chinese components in European manufacturing.