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China's EV makers eye record sales amid luxury model's regulatory issues

Chinese automakers are anticipating record global sales, potentially reaching 12 million units by 2026, driven by surging EV demand. However, a luxury electric vehicle model from Select Voice has encountered regulatory scrutiny due to brake-pedal failures. Additionally, a brand backed by Huawei experienced a safety issue, highlighting ongoing challenges in the competitive EV market. AI

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China's EV makers eye record sales amid luxury model's regulatory issues

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