Hi there, Quartz members!
We’re continuing our close look at China’s burgeoning electric-car effort with two new articles today. Here’s what’s on tap:
China’s supply-and-demand problem
The good news is that the Chinese government’s efforts to promote electric-car ownership has been successful—demand for EVs in China is off the charts. The bad news is that demand is outpacing the country’s licensing policy and energy infrastructure. Our chart book illustrates the challenges the country faces as more people want to get behind the wheel of an electric ride.
Should you buy an electric car?
We also try to answer a question more people are asking: Does it make sense to replace your gas car with an electric one? Our online tool will help you decide, taking two key factors into consideration: cost and environmental impact.
Stay tuned this week for more
We’ll be covering other angles of this sprawling, fast-moving story as the week progresses, including:
- A history of China’s automotive ambitions
- A close look at BYD, one of China’s leading EV manufacturers
- How Chinese car makers have aped other manufacturers designs
- The rise of Chinese electric buses around the world
- And much more
Let’s keep learning. Send ideas, questions, comments, and that new-car smell to members@qz.com.
Hope you have a rewarding day,
Sam Grobart
Quartz membership editor