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Kia EV5 shows promise in the world’s largest EV market as brand sales top 20,000 again

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Kia is growing in China as most foreign automakers are rapidly losing market share. After launching its new low-cost electric SUV, the EV5, Kia is already seeing the results, as brand sales in China topped 20,000 for the third straight month in August. Kia sold nearly 6,000 EV5 models in China through July.

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Canada to slap 100% tariff on Chinese EVs just as BYD preps for market debut

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The move comes just as China’s largest EV maker, BYD , prepares to enter Canada. Tesla and BYD were among the companies with rate drops. BYD’s rate was cut from 17.4% BYD is already a leading EV brand in Mexico, but entering Canada could shake up the North American auto market. to just 9%.

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BYD to shake up North American EV market with plans to enter Canada

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China’s BYD wants a bigger piece of the North American EV market. With plans to sell electric cars in Canada, BYD is closing in on the US. The documents (via Automotive News ) reveal that BYD has reached out to inquire about “the establishment of a new business, and the application of tariffs on EVs.”

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Kia mulls EV plant in Thailand to take on Toyota and BYD with affordable electric cars

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Can Kia challenge Toyota, which has dominated the market in Thailand, with affordable EVs? Chinese automakers like BYD are already stealing market share, but Kia is in talks over a new EV plant in Thailand that could help position itself as an early leader. The ball is in their court.”

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BYD to Chinese Auto Industry: "Demolish the Old Legends" in the EV Race

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Build Your Dreams, or BYD, is likely one of the largest companies you’ve never heard of. Though enormous, BYD isn’t satisfied with dominating its home market and wants the rest of the Chinese electric auto industry to come with it. Though it’s behind Tesla in global sales, BYD is king in China.

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BYD eMax 7 bookings open, first 1,000 customers to get free chargers, benefits

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Speaking about the commencement of bookings, Rajeev Chauhan, Head EPV Business, BYD India said, “The BYD eMAX 7 is more than an electric MPV – It is a statement of style, performance, and environmental stewardship. We believe the BYD eMAX 7 will redefine the electric vehicle experience in India, setting new standards in the industry.”

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BYD would still have the cheapest EV in the US, even with a 100% tariff

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Even with the new 100% tariff on electric vehicles imported from China, BYD would still have the cheapest EV in the US. According to a new report, BYD’s lowest-priced EV would still undercut all US automakers at under $25,000. However, BYD has been building its supply chain for much longer. In the US, EVs accounted for 8.5%

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