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The $10,000 BYD Seagull EV is scaring the U.S. auto industry

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market, the company’s recent release of a city EV with a price tag under $10,000 has some worried for when it and other low-cost companies do. BYD launched its Seagull, a small hatchback EV with a price tag starting at 69,800 yuan (~$9,773), at the Shanghai Auto Show last year. auto market anytime soon , some U.S.

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CAAM calls for return to normal order in China's auto industry as price war disrupts sector

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Reducing prices to deal with inventory and properly recover costs are normal business practices, but these tactics should not turn into price wars, the CAAM said. Image credit: CnEVPost) The price war is one of the most talked-about topics in China's auto industry this month, creating operational challenges for many car companies.

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EV prices nipping at gas-powered vehicle heels with discounts and cheaper options

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New data shows EV prices are nearly the same as gas-powered vehicles. EV prices are closing in on gas-powered vehicles According to Cox Automotive , the average transaction price for an EV was $50,798 at the end of 2023. Tesla led the way after slashing prices all year. million EVs last year.

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European Auto Industry Expresses Concern Over Iron Ore Price Hikes

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The European automobile industry expressed concern about the “ sudden and massive ” increase in the price of iron ore, a crucial material for producing steel. The leading iron ore exporters announced on 30 March steps to raise their prices by more than 80%. Major producers like India and Russia hardly export their iron ore.

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Tesla’s primary weapon in the EV price war is its commanding lead in profits

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Just a few days and weeks into the year, Tesla started a price war. Tesla’s aggressive price cuts to its lineup of vehicles are not just a warning shot in the electric vehicle sector. This is a notable development for Tesla, considering that the company was once one of the auto industry’s biggest money losers.

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BYD launches lower-priced version of its Tesla Model 3 rival electric sedan, starting at $25K

Baua Electric

Global EV leader BYD launched a new version of its Seal electric sedan Monday, with starting prices around $25,000 (179,800 yuan). The Seal Honor Edition is BYD’s latest lower-priced EV to roll out, fueling its “liberation battle” against gas-powered cars. Based on the e-platform 3.0, the new EV is offered with 61.4

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Driving Towards a Sustainable Future: The Rise of Electric Autos in India

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With the global push towards sustainability, the rise of electric autos in India comes as no surprise. The Indian government has introduced various incentives and initiatives, such as subsidies and tax benefits, to promote the adoption of electric autos.

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