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Italy investigates Stellantis, Tesla, VW and BYD over EV consumer info

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Italy 's competition authority said on Friday it was investigating BYD , Stellantis , Tesla and Volkswagen for allegedly misleading consumers on the performance of their electric vehicles.

Under Italian legislation, breaches of consumer rights rules can lead to fines ranging from 5,000 euros ($ 5,230 ) to 10 million euros.

The investigations for possible unfair commercial practices concern information "on EV driving range, battery capacity degradation and limitations on standard battery warranties".

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