China’s spectacular car export surge

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China's revving its engines and zooming past traditional car-export giants. Its exports recently hit 6.4 million cars, eclipsing Japan's 4.22 million and Germany's 3.18 million. What's behind this sudden horsepower?

First, China's leadership in electric vehicles and battery tech. Second, streamlining supply chains ensures cost advantages. Third, emerging markets crave budget-friendly cars, and China delivers.