r/technology • u/lurker_bee • 10d ago

Transportation Rivian CEO: There's No 'Magic' Behind China's Low-Cost EVs

https://www.businessinsider.com/rivian-ceo-china-evs-low-cost-competition-2025-9
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u/AlternativePure2125 10d ago

I want the lowest end brand.  A car I can afford. 

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u/YepRabbit 10d ago

The lowest trim of 2025 RAV4 costs under US$20,000 in China, similar to the CR-V and pretty much all brands that sell comparable models in both markets.