Canada will impose a 100% tariff on China-made electric vehicles (EVs) and a 25% duty on Chinese steel and aluminum, following similar moves by the US and EU.

These measures, set to take effect in October, are in response to accusations that China unfairly subsidizes its EV industry.

China has criticized the tariffs as “trade protectionism” and a violation of World Trade Organization rules.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated that the tariffs are intended to protect Canada’s automotive sector, the BBC has reported.

Tesla, which manufactures some of its vehicles in China, may seek to shift production to other regions to avoid the tariffs.

Written by B.C. Begley