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Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
It depends on your situation. It could be a massive money saver if you have cheap electricity and a short commute.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
Remember insurance and depreciation. New, unfamiliar or unproven brands might be more expensive to insure, and lose value quickly.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
I think the environmental benefits make up for it even if the overall cost is a bit more.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
It's not just about money. And the convenience of never having to go to a gas station ever again is something too.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
No brainer in places where EV incentives exist. Practically, you could get paid to drive this thing.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
I would question the resale value, but the math probably works out. Will anyone want a used Chinese EV in 5 years?
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
I'd feel fine. Small cars of today are so much safer than they used to be and EVs tend to have a low center of gravity which makes them more stable.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
No way. That thing would crumple into a tin can with one hit from a big SUV. For highway driving, I’ll stick to the larger vehicles.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
Most likely it is safer than we think. It's not about size; it's crumple zones and safety tech. I bet it does well in crash tests, better than expected.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
I'd be nervous. It’s not so much the car itself that I worry about, it’s all the huge trucks and distracted drivers out there.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
Safety is relative. Is it as safe as a Volvo? Probably not. Is it safer than a motorcycle or a 20 year old clunker? Absolutely.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
I would want to see some independent crash test results first. Other countries may have different Chinese safety standards.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
I find it an interesting question of perception versus reality. It may statistically be very safe, but I would still feel vulnerable.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
Why not if it meets safety standards? All around the world, small cars drive on highways. It's more about defensive driving.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
The low top speed is actually a plus for highway safety. Slower is safer, right?
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
Safety is not something I'd worry about while speed is not a problem either, but range anxiety is something I'd worry about on long highway trips. A crash seems scarier than running out of charge.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
Absolutely. Just the price point would make other manufacturers raise their game. Perhaps this is the kick the US EV market needs.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
No way. Americans like bigger cars. Here, a tiny EV, even if cheap, won’t appeal to the mass market.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
It would definitely shake things up though I don’t think it would take over. Or it could find a market for city dwellers and second cars.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
It would be a fight tooth and nail to keep it out by the established brands. They’d argue that there were ‘safety concerns’ or some other excuse.
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