Cheap Chinese EVs get five-star safety ratings
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First reported by CarExpert ·
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The quick read
- The Geely EX2 and Leapmotor B05 have received five-star ANCAP safety ratings.
- These affordable electric vehicles are priced below A$40,000.
- The new safety ratings were achieved under tougher assessment criteria introduced this year.
- The arrival of these vehicles will put established manufacturers on notice in the rapidly expanding new car market.
For dealers: Australian dealers need to be prepared to respond to the changing market dynamics driven by the arrival of affordable electric vehicles with strong safety credentials.
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ADME commentary
The ADME angle
The arrival of affordable electric vehicles with five-star safety ratings will disrupt the Australian new car market, particularly in the hatchback segment, where the Geely EX2 and Leapmotor B05 will compete directly with established brands.
Pricing Pressure
The fact that these Chinese EVs are priced below A$40,000 and have achieved top safety ratings will put pressure on other manufacturers to review their pricing strategies, potentially impacting profit margins for dealers.
Dealers who have traditionally relied on selling higher-priced vehicles with strong safety credentials will need to adapt their sales tactics to remain competitive, focusing on the value proposition of these new affordable EVs.
Competitor Response
Established manufacturers will likely respond to this new competition by adjusting their marketing and promotional strategies, potentially leading to a more competitive and dynamic market environment.
The Geely EX2 and Leapmotor B05's five-star safety ratings will also increase consumer expectations for safety features in affordable vehicles, driving demand for similar models and creating opportunities for dealers to upsell and cross-sell related products and services.
Action Required
This week, dealers should review their current stock and ordering processes to ensure they are prepared to meet the anticipated demand for affordable electric vehicles with strong safety credentials, and consider adjusting their pricing and marketing strategies accordingly.
Full coverage
Cheap Chinese EVs get five-star safety ratings
The new Geely EX2 and Leapmotor B05, both affordable electric hatchbacks from China, have received five-star safety ratings.
Read at CarExpert →Cheap EVs clear tougher new ANCAP safety tests: Geely EX2 and Leapmotor B05 score five stars
Two of Australia’s newest and most affordable electric cars have scored five-star ANCAP safety ratings under the significantly expanded testing
Read at EV Central →Affordable EVs score five-star ANCAP safety ratings
Two affordable electric vehicles priced below A$40,000 have secured five-star ANCAP safety ratings under the organisation’s tougher assessment criteria introduced this year.
Read at AutoTalk Australia →Affordable EVs show five-star safety is achievable
Two new affordable electric vehicles have secured five-star ANCAP safety ratings, putting established manufacturers on notice in a rapidly expanding new car market.
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