More signs that China is ahead on electric vehicle technology

Published March 25, 2025 8:00am ET



Signs are increasing that China is outpacing competitors, including the United States, in electric vehicle innovation and not just in copying and subsidizing technologies as its manufacturers roll out new and advanced features.  

China’s apparent position at the frontier of EV technology suggests that the U.S. government’s policies to prevent China from dominating markets are outdated.

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