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Cheaper EVs are starting to show up in smaller global markets – Charged EVs

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Media coverage of EVs tends to focus on the world’s largest auto markets: North America, Europe and Asia. Until recently, that’s been where most of the action was, but in many smaller markets around the world, voltage levels are starting to rise. In these three markets, both versions start under $25,000.

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Europe may slap retroactive tariffs on Chinese EVs

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Possible “remedies” on the table include retroactive tariffs on Chinese EVs. Back in October 2023, Europe launched its formal investigation into the Chinese EV industry, as European companies are struggling to compete with the cheap, high-tech Chinese imports, made by low-cost labor, entering the European Union.

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BYD plans to launch Tesla Cybertruck competitor in 2024

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According to the Chinese company’s announcement, it has developed a midsize-to-large pickup truck for the global market. BYD’s electrified pickup might not be sold in the US market, despite it being the most popular market for pickup trucks. She added that BYD does not have plans to enter the United States.

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Volkswagen to offer refreshed Tiguan with new plug-in hybrid powertrain in Europe

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Volkswagen will unveil a refreshed Tiguan SUV later in 2020, featuring new front and rear styling, a redesigned interior and new powertrains, including a plug-in hybrid version for the European market. This versatile vehicle is available for sale in 80% of countries in the world and is the most successful SUV on the market in Europe.

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SAIC-GM-Wuling to Export Mini-Commercial Vehicles to South America, Middle East and North Africa

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GM’s SAIC-GM-Wuling joint venture signed a framework agreement with GM’s former Latin America, Africa and Middle East operations and distribution agreements with individual countries to export and distribute two of its most popular mini-commercial vehicles from China to markets in South America, the Middle East and North Africa.

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Volvo Group launches Quester heavy-duty truck range for growth markets

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UD Trucks, part of the Volvo Group, launched Quester, a new heavy-duty truck range developed specifically for growth markets. UD Trucks has served the Japanese market, and exported trucks to markets across Asia, Africa, South America and the Middle-East for many decades.

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Volkswagen picks up pace of transformation with new ACCELERATE strategy

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The focus here will be on becoming more resilient to fluctuations in the market. In South America and the United States, Volkswagen is striving to break even in the current fiscal year. In South America and the United States, Volkswagen is striving to break even in the current fiscal year. The all-wheel-drive ID.4