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Why are Chinese EVs so cheap?

Chinese EV makers like BYD benefit from a large domestic market, government support, and an established supply chain for batteries and other EV components. This allows them to produce vehicles at a lower cost than many Western and Japanese manufacturers, creating intense price competition globally.

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