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Chinese automakers cut prices on petrol-powered cars amid intense competition

Foreign carmakers are offering steep discounts on petrol-powered vehicles in China’s highly competitive automotive market. The move indicates significant pressure on pricing and conventional-car demand.

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A deepening price war could weaken automaker profitability and accelerate disruption across China’s large automotive supply chain.

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