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UK EV buyers will choose Chinese EVs over Tesla due to Elon Musk antics: study

Teslarati

The consumers who were surveyed also noted that they would consider a Chinese-made electric vehicle. About 61% of current EV owners and 56% of those who were planning to buy an electric car noted that they were open to purchasing an EV from Chinese manufacturers instead, as noted in a Car Dealer Magazine report.

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Stellantis unveils affordable electric Citroen e-C3 to challenge Chinese EVs

Electrek

Starting at around $24,500 (23,300 euros), Stellantis calls the new EV “The first European affordable electric car.” more… The post Stellantis unveils affordable electric Citroen e-C3 to challenge Chinese EVs appeared first on Electrek. An even cheaper version is due out in 2025.

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Report suggests low-speed electric vehicles could affect Chinese demand for gasoline and disrupt oil prices worldwide

Green Car Congress

At the current estimated low-speed electric vehicle fleet size, the potential fuel demand displacement could exceed 60,000 barrels per day—2% of current total Chinese gasoline demand. —Gabriel Collins.

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CATL says Chinese ‘EIVs’ are surging because they are affordable and more advanced

Electrek

A new term is being used to describe Chinese electric vehicles. According to CATLs co-chairman, Chinese EIVs, or Electric Intelligent Vehicles, are surging as affordable options that offer more advanced tech and capabilities than traditional gas-powered cars. The latest buzzword in China is EIV, replacing the commonly used EV.

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Ford moves to more affordable EVs as it welcomes partners to take on low-cost Chinese rivals

Electrek

Ford is open to partnering with the competition on affordable EVS to get a leg up on Chinese EV makers. Jim Farley, Ford’s CEO, said if you cannot compete with the Chinese, “then 20% to 30%” of your revenue is at risk.

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Tesla confirms it’s developing affordable global EV in China

Green Car Reports

Development of an affordable Tesla electric car will take place in China, the head of the company's Chinese operations confirmed in an interview with state media.

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Another Chinese EV Manufacturer Lands in Mexico: SEV Will Build Its Affordable EVs in Durango

CleanTechnica EVs

continued] The post Another Chinese EV Manufacturer Lands in Mexico: SEV Will Build Its Affordable EVs in Durango appeared first on CleanTechnica. Mexico’s cheapest EV will now be built in North America in SEV’s new plant in Durango SEV, a Mexican brand.

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