Tech Life China's booming EV industry
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Jun 10, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Adrian Jackson, Director of Research at the EPCC, uncovers the compelling world of supercomputers and their transformative role in research and healthcare. Desmond Wheatley, President and CEO of Beam Global, shares insights about Beam Well, a game-changing solar technology that provides electricity and clean water in disaster zones. They also delve into China's rapid electric vehicle shift, exploring groundbreaking advancements and how these innovations compare globally, setting a stage for a sustainable tech future.
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Battery Swapping Success in Shanghai
- Shanghai has thousands of battery swapping stations for electric vehicles, enabling quick battery changes.
- A schoolteacher noted that many around her now drive EVs thanks to China's Green Revolution and subsidies.
China's State Capitalism Drives EVs
- China employs state capitalism, heavily subsidizing all EV-related activities to dominate the market.
- This coordinated government support makes EV development faster and broader compared to Western approaches.
Xpeng's International EV Breakthrough
- Xpeng, a young Chinese EV startup, competes fiercely domestically and is expanding internationally.
- Their $20,000 car offers luxury features and self-driving tech, breaking old stigmas about Chinese products.