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EPISODE · Jan 29, 2026 · 14 MIN

Tesla Locked Out? India’s New Tariff Wall Explained

from EVBriefing: Market & Policy · host evbrief

India has long been a fortress against imported cars with tariffs as high as 110%. Now, a new deal with the EU slashes that down to 40%—but there is a catch. The deal explicitly excludes Electric Vehicles.In this deep dive, we uncover:The "Velvet Rope" Strategy: Why this tax cut is a VIP pass for German luxury gas cars (Mercedes, BMW, Audi).The 5-Year Gamble: Why India is delaying EV tariff cuts and what it means for domestic giants like Tata Motors.Tesla vs. The World: How this deal effectively blocks Elon Musk and Chinese EV makers from entering the market for now.Tune in to understand the geopolitical chess game behind the headlines.

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