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The Driven Podcast: Australia’s cheapest new car is electric, as Four Corners takes aim at Chinese EVs

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First reported by The Driven · 23 September at 10:15 am

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The Driven Podcast: Australia’s cheapest new car is electric, as Four Corners takes aim at Chinese EVs

Australia’s cheapest new car is now electric. We wrap up Everything Electric Sydney. Plus, news of the week. The post The Driven Podcast: Australia’s cheapest new car is electric, as Four Corners…

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The Driven Podcast: Australia’s cheapest new car is electric, as Four Corners takes aim at Chinese EVs

Compiled by ADME Newsroom from 1 source

First reported by The Driven · 23 September at 10:15 am

Who's covering this — 1 article

EV specialists: 1

Image: The Driven

The quick read

Australia's cheapest new car is now an electric vehicle.
The Driven Podcast discusses the implications of this development for the automotive market.
The podcast also covers the news of the week, including the focus on electric vehicles at Everything Electric Sydney.
Four Corners has taken aim at Chinese EVs, which may impact consumer perceptions of these vehicles.

For dealers: The arrival of affordable electric vehicles in the market will require dealers to adapt their sales strategies and pricing models to remain competitive.

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Australia's cheapest new car being electric is a direct challenge to the traditional internal combustion engine market, and dealers must be prepared to adapt their sales strategies to accommodate the shift in consumer demand.

The fact that an electric vehicle is now the most affordable option in the market will likely lead to an increase in showroom traffic, as price-conscious consumers look for alternatives to traditional petrol-powered cars.

Pricing and Margin

Dealers will need to carefully consider their pricing and margin strategies for electric vehicles, as the lower purchase price may impact their ability to maintain profit margins.

The arrival of affordable electric vehicles will also put pressure on competitors to respond with their own affordable EV options, which could lead to a pricing war and further erosion of margins.

Competitor Response

Dealers should be prepared to respond to competitor pricing and marketing strategies, and consider offering incentives or promotions to attract customers to their brand.

The focus on electric vehicles at events like Everything Electric Sydney demonstrates the growing interest in this segment, and dealers should be looking to capitalize on this trend by stocking a range of EV models and providing knowledgeable sales staff to support customer inquiries.

Action Plan

This week, dealers should review their current stock and pricing strategies for electric vehicles and consider attending events like Everything Electric Sydney to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the EV market and to identify opportunities to increase sales and revenue.

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