BMW and Tesla, prominent automotive manufacturers, have taken a firm stance against import duties imposed by the European Commission, according to a report by Reuters. Both companies have filed complaints with the European Court of Justice, aligning themselves with several Chinese car manufacturers who also oppose the Brussels-imposed tariffs.

Last year, the European Commission decided to implement import duties on electric vehicles manufactured in China and sold within the European Union. These duties can sometimes reach substantial percentages, significantly increasing the cost of these vehicles for European consumers.

The measure is not exclusive to Chinese producers; Western automakers that manufacture vehicles in China and sell them in Europe have also been subjected to these tariffs. BMW and Tesla, both operating factories in China, are among those affected by these duties.

Chinese-made electric vehicles have gained popularity in Europe recently, largely due to their competitive pricing. However, the European Commission argues that such low prices are achievable only because of substantial support from the Chinese government, which Brussels views as unfair competition.

Tesla’s involvement marks another conflict between CEO Elon Musk and the European Commission, following previous disagreements over the policies of X, a platform owned by Musk. Earlier this month, Brussels announced further investigations into the content moderation policies on the platform.