Core Viewpoint - The expiration of subsidies is expected to create a short-term demand drop for electric vehicles (EVs), but long-term demand is projected to recover due to ongoing global trends in electrification and consumer preferences for EVs [2][4][5]. Industry Insights - The expiration of subsidies is keeping dealerships busy as consumers rush to purchase EVs before the deadline [1][2]. - Historical data shows that when subsidies expire, there is often a short-term decline in demand, but a recovery typically follows [3][4]. - The global demand for EVs continues to rise, with significant adoption observed in countries like China, Norway, and Mexico, driven by lower energy and maintenance costs [6][5]. Company Perspectives - BYD is identified as a key player in the EV market, alongside GM, which has rapidly improved its market position in the U.S. [8][12]. - GM's introduction of competitively priced models like the Chevy Equinox at around $30,000 indicates a strong market for affordable EVs [9][10]. - U.S. manufacturers, including GM and Tesla, are under pressure to reduce costs to compete with lower-priced Chinese EVs, which are often subsidized [11][12][13].
Former Tesla president Jon McNeill: Consumers aren't just chasing a subsidy, they want EVs