Why is Brexit causing problems for electric cars in Britain?

Complex free-trade agreements and global supply chains mean it can be difficult to define the country of origin of any given product, says Jon Stone

Most batteries for electric vehicles made in the UK are imported from China (PA)

Car industry bosses are warning of serious consequences without a new Brexit deal on electric car tariffs.

The Independent revealed on Sunday that £6,000 could be added to the price of a new vehicle when new EU trade rules come into force next year.

Industry bosses say there is an “existential threat” to the UK’s car manufacturing plants.