The Guardian view on China's EV breakthrough: helped by the kind of strategic state Elon Musk despises | Editorial
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Elon Musk once regarded BYD as an unworthy competitor; however, the situation has changed dramatically. BYD introduced innovative charging technology capable of providing 400km of range in just five minutes, significantly outpacing Tesla's charging capabilities. Priced competitively, BYD's cars are gaining significant traction in the Chinese market, where they sell seven times more units than Tesla. Despite potential challenges with charging infrastructure in the West, BYD's rapid technological advancements reflect China's strategic push towards manufacturing dominance in the electric vehicle sector, as highlighted by the 2025 plan to bolster its industries.
Tesla's Elon Musk once dismissed BYD, but the Chinese EV manufacturer is now outpacing Tesla with advanced charging technology and superior sales.
BYD unveiled a new charging technology enabling 400km of driving range in just 5 minutes, marking a significant advantage over Tesla's offerings.
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