The rapid emergence and growth of China’s electric vehicle industry is a positive thing for both the environment and Australian consumers, according to a transport expert.
As more affordable models are imported into the country, the number of EVs on Australian roads is expected to keep on increasing.
According to Hussein Dia, a professor of urban mobility, China’s rapid emergence and growth of the electric vehicle industry is not a coincidence.
It is actually the result of the country’s strategy, which has been focused on developing advanced batteries.
According to Dia, who was interviewed by Yahoo News Australia, the number of Chinese electric cars being purchased by Australian consumers has already reached a record high.
He noted that even though the cost of an EV is still high, more affordable models are a good thing for consumers.
Despite the high cost of an electric vehicle, many drivers believe that it’s still a good idea to buy one due to its advanced technology.
On Thursday, the European Commission announced that it would impose additional taxes on imported Chinese cars. This move was aimed at protecting the local interests of the country’s consumers.
He noted that although the tariffs may seem steep, they’re not likely to affect China’s overall economy.
They’re also a reflection of how Chinese models, such as the Build Your Dreams, have been able to make a significant impact on the market. In the past few months, the US had increased its tariffs on Chinese-made electric cars.
Tesla and BYD have been able to account for over 70% of all electric vehicle sales in Australia.
In January, the latter became the country’s top-selling electric vehicle. Since then, the popularity of the BYD has continued to rise.
Many taxi drivers have also started using the model as their vehicle.
A report by Deloitte and the motor trade association of Australia predicted that about 85% of the country’s vehicles will be electric by 2030.
According to a mechanic who spoke, the increasing number of electric cars has caused the need for skilled mechanics to increase.
Raffy Sgroi, who is a highly regarded Canberra mechanic, noted that Australians should be educated about the various safety risks associated with electric cars before they’re purchased.
She also said that there are not enough trained technicians to service the vehicles.
Dia agreed with Sgroi’s concerns about the safety risks associated with owning an electric vehicle.
Although the batteries are well-protected, they can still get damaged due to rough conditions.
Aside from the technical aspects of the vehicle, it’s also important that people understand the various safety features of electric cars.
For instance, if a vehicle’s energy management system detects a low fuel level, it can’t tell the driver that they can ignore it.