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BYD Opts Out of US EV Market, Citing Complexity and Politics

The Chinese automaker plans to focus on expanding in Mexico and Brazil, avoiding the politically charged US market.

  • BYD executive Stella Li confirms the company has no plans to sell EVs in the US, citing the market's complexity and political complications.
  • BYD to focus on markets like Mexico and Brazil, with a new manufacturing facility planned in Mexico primarily for the Mexican market.
  • The decision comes amid political debates in the US over EVs, with former President Trump criticizing EV mandates and the current administration pushing for electrification.
  • BYD's stance contrasts with its aggressive expansion in other markets, including launching a luxury electric supercar and expanding into Europe.
  • Despite not entering the US market, BYD's global presence and competitive pricing continue to challenge traditional and electric automakers.
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