Chinese EVs gain traction in South Korea
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-26 22:00 UTC
- Sources: South China Morning Post
Electric vehicles made in China now account for one-third of new registrations in South Korea, driven by Tesla's Shanghai-built models and increasing demand. Chinese carmakers are also gaining ground.
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