Automobile price war weighs on China's consumption recovery

Budget EVs under $10,000 spark fierce competition among Chinese carmakers

20250522 Geely's Star Wish

Geely Galaxy’s Star Wish, an electric vehicle with a starting price of $9,500, was China’s top-selling model in April. (Photo by Tomoko Wakasugi)

WATARU SUZUKI

SHANGHAI -- Car sales are weighing on China's consumption growth as domestic electric vehicle makers roll out cheaper models to boost market share.

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