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Tesla’s apparent red carpet treatment in India an effective tool against rivals

Teslarati

While Tesla has seen notable challenges breaking into India in the past, the electric vehicle maker appears to be receiving a red carpet welcome of sorts this time around. BYD’s sales of pure electric cars lag against Tesla’s, but in terms of raw NEV volumes, the Chinese automaker is far ahead of the American EV company.

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Kia to launch new Carens EV, two other mass-market EVs in India

Baua Electric

With EV electric vehicle sales surging in India, several automakers are looking to grab their share. The move comes as Kia looks to fend off low-cost Chinese automakers like BYD. Kia’s new plans include introducing more hybrids while focusing on affordable electric cars. It’s expected to start at around $35,000.

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BYD India plans 90% market coverage, eyes dominance in Rs 30-lakh EV category | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Chinese EV maker BYD, which launched its third product – the BYD Seal EV sedan – in India on March 5, plans to enhance its market coverage from the existing 65 percent to over 90 percent in the coming years. The company says the South is the biggest EV market in India, followed by the North and West, which are almost equal.

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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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Electric Car Watch #11: Hyundai's Electric Car Plans for India

Plug In India

By Abhishek & Kamlesh ​ In this episode of Electric Car watch, we will talk about Hyundai's sudden announcements regarding EV plans for India and if they can retain their market share in India by 2030. The Kona’s launch was about testing the waters in India. And why should Hyundai focus on Electric cars in India?

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Global Voices: ‘We can shift more competence and accountability to India,’ says Mathias Pillin | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

The global CTO elaborates on how the company is in an interesting phase for the next five to seven years, in terms of providing optimal technology but at an affordable price, and how the company is talking to several OEMs, and if the business case is mature enough, they can meet the price point especially for India, and they are prepared.

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Musk’s big win in China: Tesla clears data security, full self driving hurdles for locally-made cars – ET Auto

Baua Electric

Meanwhile, Reuters reported citing sources that Baidu, a prominent Chinese internet search company, has reportedly struck a deal with Tesla, allowing the car manufacturer access to its mapping license for gathering data on public roads in China. Tesla is dealing with tough competition worldwide, especially from Chinese electric car companies.

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