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Ford Explorer electric cars stand in the hall at the start of production, in Cologne, Germany, Tuesday June 4, 2024. This is the first electric car produced by Ford in Europe.

Video. Fact check: Is Europe's car industry in crisis?

Updated: 14/10/2024 - 10:22 GMT+2

The plight of Europe’s automotive sector — and its impact on the economy and jobs — has become a hot political topic.

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