The April 11 Associated Press report about the Chinese auto industry and its increasing exports (“China’s car exports surge as expectations grow for EV pivot on Iran war energy shock”) left out the most relevant part of the story. Why is it that Chinese automakers BYD and Geely are boosting sales in Europe, Latin America and Southeast Asia, but not the U.S.?
Those of us who want to buy a quality, affordable EV would love to understand that. As far as I can tell, U.S. automakers and car dealers seem utterly uninterested in supplying it. I assume it is some combination of lobbying and protectionism, but it would be good to know for sure.
What’s the holdup? Do I have to choose from the limited U.S. menu, or should I wait a bit and get in on what the Latin Americans and Europeans are already snapping up?
Andy Brown
Bath
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