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China has agreed to halve its exports of hybrid cars to the European Union.
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Intense negotiations as both sides sought to avoid a harmful trade war.
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Prevent millions of vehicles from entering the European market.
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European carmakers have struggled to compete with cheaper Chinese imports.
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He said the deal was only a first step towards more equitable trade relations.
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China has rapidly become a major player in the global car industry.
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Chinese manufacturers have established a foothold in many markets worldwide.
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Competitively priced vehicles that are reliable and have good build quality.
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These cars are more affordable alternatives to European and Japanese brands.
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Chinese cars in the EU now make up around 10 per cent of the new car market.
See the hybrid car exports lesson for the whole text.
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