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Cheap Chinese EVs are suddenly everywhere in Mexico (www.latimes.com)
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BYD controls roughly 70% of Mexico’s EV market, with cheap vehicles attracting middle-class buyers seeking alternatives to rising gasoline costs and traditional electric cars.

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[–] evenglow@lemmy.world 2 points 1 month ago

Nope. It's because BYD was getting ready for 2026. While other companies are worried about sales BYD's concern was prep work. Keep an eye on Europe.