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XPeng

Xpeng’s Take on US Tariffs and the Future of Electric Vehicles

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Xpeng has voiced concerns over the recent U.S. tariffs on Chinese EVs, calling them a significant hurdle

Haye KestelooMay 17

China

The Seagull: A Chinese EV Threat to the US Auto Industry

A tiny, low-priced electric vehicle (EV) from China, named the Seagull, has American automakers and politicians on edge. Launched last year by Chinese automaker BYD, the Seagull offers impressive craftsmanship at a fraction of the cost of its U.S. counterparts, sparking concerns and potentially reshaping the global auto industry. A Game-Changer in the Making The…

Haye KestelooMay 14

Model 3

Tesla Showcases Model 3 Performance and Cybertruck at Macau Expo

Tesla has recently set up an impressive display featuring the upgraded Model 3 Performance and the much-anticipated Cybertruck at a mobility expo in Macau. This exhibition took place at the Car, Sky, and Vehicle Expo held at the Venetian Cotai Expo Hall A, drawing considerable attention. The Vehicles on Display The Tesla display reportedly included…

Haye KestelooMay 12

Lucid

Lucid CEO Highlights Chinese EVs’ Tech Gap with Tesla Despite Rapid Progress

At the recent Financial Times’ Future of the Car Summit, Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson delivered a nuanced view on the electric vehicle (EV) landscape. He acknowledged the significant strides Chinese automakers like BYD have made, yet he emphasized that they still lag behind Tesla in core EV technology. Rawlinson’s insights provide a unique perspective as…

Haye KestelooMay 11