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New Chinese electric prime mover being put through its paces in Australia

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First reported by The Driven · 12 October at 12:52 pm

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← Newsroom/EVs & hybridsSales & market

New Chinese electric prime mover being put through its paces in Australia

Compiled by ADME Newsroom from 1 source

First reported by The Driven · 12 October at 12:52 pm

Who's covering this — 1 article

EV specialists: 1

Image: The Driven

The quick read

A new Chinese electric prime mover from DeepWay has been tested in Australia, completing several deliveries.
The DeepWay's entry into the Australian market may disrupt traditional sales patterns in the prime mover segment.
Dealers should review their stock and ordering strategies in response to the DeepWay's arrival.
The DeepWay's presence may also impact pricing and margin in the prime mover market.

For dealers: The arrival of the DeepWay electric prime mover in Australia matters because it has the potential to disrupt traditional sales patterns and affect the order bank.

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ADME commentary

The ADME angle

The arrival of the DeepWay electric prime mover in Australia is a wake-up call for dealers who have been slow to adapt to the electrification of the commercial vehicle segment.

This new entrant is likely to disrupt the traditional dominance of established brands in the prime mover market, potentially diverting sales and affecting the order bank.

What it means for the order bank

Dealers who have not already done so should review their stock and ordering strategies to ensure they are not over-exposed to traditional fossil fuel-powered prime movers, which may see a decline in demand.

The DeepWay's presence in the market also raises questions about pricing and margin, as Australian fleets and operators may be attracted to the potential cost savings of electric vehicles.

Competitor response and marketing

Established manufacturers will need to respond quickly to the DeepWay's entry into the market, potentially through targeted marketing campaigns or updates to their own electric vehicle offerings.

Dealers should be prepared to handle a potential increase in inquiries and leads from customers interested in the DeepWay and other electric vehicles, and have a strategy in place to convert these leads into sales.

Taking action

This week, dealers should take the decisive action of contacting their OEM partners to discuss the potential impact of the DeepWay on their business and to seek guidance on how to respond to this new competitor.

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The DrivenEV specialists12 October at 12:52 pm

New Chinese electric prime mover being put through its paces in Australia

A new battery electric prime mover from Chinese manufacturer DeepWay put through its paces in Australia, completing several deliveries in the past week. The post New Chinese electric prime mover…

Read at The Driven →