MG, a Chinese automotive brand under SAIC, is moving forward with plans to establish a manufacturing facility in Europe by 2027. The company has narrowed down its search to five European countries but has not yet disclosed which countries are in consideration. This strategic move aims to alleviate hefty tariffs that can reach up to 47% on MG's electric vehicles produced in China, which have been a significant hindrance to its sales in the European market.

William Wang, head of MG's European operations, highlighted the importance of local production, claiming, "It is time for us to establish production in Europe. We see ourselves as a local brand." In 2025, MG experienced a significant overall sales increase in Europe, with a 26% rise to 307,282 units sold. However, its sales of purely electric vehicles faced challenges due to the aforementioned tariffs, resulting in a 33% decrease, with sales dropping to 48,479 units.