BMW, other European EV makers follow China's lead to small models

Some join with Chinese partners to tap knowhow for quick market entry

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BMW spotlighted new electric vehicles under its Mini compact brand at this week's Paris Motor Show. (Photo by Eiki Hayashi)

EIKI HAYASHI and KYRA JAEGER, Nikkei staff writers

PARIS/FRANKFURT, Germany --  BMW and other European automakers are bolstering their EV lineups with small cars that can directly compete with cheaper Chinese imports, with some companies even forming partnerships with Chinese competitors to try and stem the tide of flagging sales.

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