TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Taiwan’s economic ministry said there is insufficient evidence to show that electric scooter manufacturer Gogoro violated localization regulations after completing a probe into the company's suppliers on Tuesday (Oct. 1).
The ministry launched the review after rumors that Gogoro used Chinese parts in its VIVA model while participating in a government subsidy scheme for electric scooters made with Taiwanese parts. The ministry said that a panel of government, industry, and academic experts concluded there is insufficient evidence behind the reports, per CNA.
The review found that some forms submitted to the ministry listed an incorrect supplier for certain items, but the panel said this mistake had been corrected. Gogoro has been instructed to improve its internal reporting and conduct a comprehensive review of all its models to ensure compliance with localization regulations, the ministry said.
According to the ministry’s electric scooter regulations, vehicles must be built with Taiwan-made motor assemblies, controllers, and batteries to qualify for government subsidies. Those purchasing electric scooters that meet these requirements can receive up to NT$7,000 (US$220) per unit.