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Radio 4,07 Apr 2024,28 mins

The Electric Car Shock

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How much of a shock will imports of affordable electric vehicles from China give to European car makers? China now exports more cars around the world than any other country. Automotive journalist Steve Fowler explores how their electric car industry got so big and what risks it poses to brands built in the West. Presenter: Steve Fowler Producer: Nick Holland Editor: Bridget Harney Sound: James Beard

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