It feels like Europe is fighting back,” said Julia Poliscanova, senior director for e-mobility at Transport & Environment.

Struggling European automakers need to prove they are still in the game, while Chinese rivals are aiming to get a foothold in a competitive market.

Oct 15 (Reuters) - Global sales of fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles rose by an annual 30.5% in September, as China surpassed its record numbers recorded in August and Europe resumed growth, market research firm Rho Motion said on Tuesday.

Chinese automakers revealed new EVs at the Paris Motor Show, highlighting their technological edge over European rivals.

Several major European carmakers launched low-cost electric vehicles at the Paris Motor Show this week to reignite demand and compete with Chinese brands. Renault introduced its Twingo E-Tech electric prototype,

Chinese and European automakers are going head-to-head at the Paris car show on Monday, with tensions running high as the EU gears up to impose hefty import tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles and the industry struggles with weak demand.

The Paris Motor Show highlights competition in EVs, with affordable models from Chinese and European automakers amid rising tariffs.