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Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
For lower income folks who have been priced out of the EV market it could be huge. That could be massively disruptive on its own.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
I'm skeptical. When it passes all the regulatory hoops, US companies will have played catch up and matched their own cheap EVs.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
It would be a game-changer. What if everyone had an EV? It would be a massive environmental impact.
Is the game changer the BYD Seagull or just another batch of Chinese junk?
04 February 2025 06:01
The real disruption would be to force US companies to innovate faster. Competition is good for consumers.
Is the BYD Seagull good enough for daily driving?
02 January 2025 06:48
For the city driving, it's more than enough. But you don’t need to win drag races on your commute.
Is the BYD Seagull good enough for daily driving?
02 January 2025 06:48
I have test driven one, and it seemed peppy enough for daily use. Electric motor's instant torque helps a lot in traffic.
Is the BYD Seagull good enough for daily driving?
02 January 2025 06:48
It may have trouble on highways or with a full load. At higher speeds I would be worried about merging or overtaking.
Is the BYD Seagull good enough for daily driving?
02 January 2025 06:48
People have to get their expectations right. This is not a Tesla, it's an affordable city car. The performance is fine for what is would have been used for.
Is the BYD Seagull good enough for daily driving?
02 January 2025 06:48
I think it's underpowered. EVs should not be worse than ICE cars, they should be better. That's a step backward, in that sense.
Is the BYD Seagull good enough for daily driving?
02 January 2025 06:48
It’s nothing special, but I wish they offered a higher powered version for those who wanted a bit more oomph.
Is the BYD Seagull good enough for daily driving?
02 January 2025 06:48
It's all about perspective. The Seagull is coming from a small ICE car, so it will be quick and responsive. That’s only slow compared to higher end EVs.
Will BYD Seagull’s success inspire other manufacturers to bring more affordable EVs to the market?
02 January 2025 06:48
I hope so! More affordable EVs are what we desperately need to accelerate adoption. Other manufacturers might need the Seagull to be the kick in the pants they needed.
Will BYD Seagull’s success inspire other manufacturers to bring more affordable EVs to the market?
02 January 2025 06:48
I'm skeptical. You can’t do that price point; big automakers have too much overhead. They'll probably target slightly higher segments.
Will BYD Seagull’s success inspire other manufacturers to bring more affordable EVs to the market?
02 January 2025 06:48
I think this might encourage them to make more affordable options, but we won't see anything quite as cheap as the Seagull from the big brands.
Will BYD Seagull’s success inspire other manufacturers to bring more affordable EVs to the market?
02 January 2025 06:48
The real impact will likely come in the form of forcing other manufacturers to justify their higher prices. To compete, they'll have to provide clear advantages.
Will BYD Seagull’s success inspire other manufacturers to bring more affordable EVs to the market?
02 January 2025 06:48
I believe the market will split. Luxury brands will concentrate on premium features and performance and budget brands will try to compete with BYD.
Will BYD Seagull’s success inspire other manufacturers to bring more affordable EVs to the market?
02 January 2025 06:48
It's not just about price. BYD has found a way to streamline production and bring down costs, so other manufacturers have to figure out how to do the same.
Will BYD Seagull’s success inspire other manufacturers to bring more affordable EVs to the market?
02 January 2025 06:48
The success of the Seagull could force innovation to come from some unexpected places. We may see other brands bring more stripped down, basic EVs for urban use.
Is the BYD Seagull's real world range a deal breaker?
02 January 2025 06:48
I honestly don't think it's a deal breaker. At 250km, it's plenty for daily commutes, or some longer trips. We have to be realistic about what people actually need to drive.
Is the BYD Seagull's real world range a deal breaker?
02 January 2025 06:48
It's definitely not good marketing. BYD should be more transparent about their real world ranges. However, for the price point, it’s a good range for an urban EV.
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