Chinese EV makers face ‘do-or-die moment’ as competitive screws tighten


Unprofitable Chinese electric vehicle (EV) makers, ravaged by a discount war at home and higher tariffs abroad, are stepping up cost-cutting measures and new model launches as they strive to survive in the cutthroat market.

Only those that can sustain their operations without resorting to external funding will stay in the country’s EV race as overcapacity woes loom, analysts said.

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