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Why are Chinese EVs cheaper?
Chinese carmakers benefit from lower manufacturing costs, often due to government subsidies and a highly competitive domestic market. They also have a strong supply chain for batteries, a major component cost. This allows them to offer electric vehicles at prices that significantly undercut established brands like Tesla in the UK.
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