BYD’s lead in Sri Lanka, Tesla’s comeback bid in China: 7 EV reads

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1. How China’s ‘big winner’ BYD conquered Sri Lanka’s car market

Aggressive pricing, shrewd tax engineering and a trusted local partner have propelled China’s BYD to a commanding position in Sri Lanka’s electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid market, disrupting a sector long constrained by import restrictions and setting the stage for dramatic expansion.

2. Tesla seeks a comeback in China with refreshed Model 3 and Model Y

Tesla, faced with a shrinking market share in mainland China, plans to follow the lead of its local rivals by rolling out larger and longer-range variants of its Shanghai-made vehicles to entice consumers.

3. Chinese EVs are making inroads in Singapore. Here’s why

A Dongfeng EV, which is among the Chinese brands gaining ground in Singapore. Photo: Justin Tan
A Dongfeng EV, which is among the Chinese brands gaining ground in Singapore. Photo: Justin Tan

Singaporean financial adviser Winnie Koh faced a dilemma when selecting her family’s next car – she appreciated the value for money offered by Chinese EV brands, but still had lingering concerns about their quality.

  

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