Problems stacking for cheaper China EV imports looking to beat Tesla

Chinese-owned brands like BYD have recently launched more affordable electric vehicles in the UK, but these imported cars are reportedly experiencing quality issues that require several fixes and repairs following their arrival.

The electric automobiles — priced at around £25,000 — are around £15,000 cheaper than the least expensive Tesla. However, their transport roadblocks include mold accumulation, scratches, and warping from the roof rack weight.

This molding was reported as occurring with European BYD imports, with scratches happening in Japan and warping in Israel, according to The Wall Street Journal.

While the surface presence of mold wasn’t a focus point, European importers feared that the cars didn’t receive an ionization process properly removing mold spores.

News of BYD imports experiencing peeling paint and plastic also emerged from Thailand.

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However, BYD remains serious about achieving its market goals despite pushback from one of the company’s European executives.

This executive doubted the feasibility of the EV maker’s European market goals due to lower demand and increased repair needs.

BYD Chairman Wang Chuanfu responded by doubting European leadership’s drive and hiring other executives to more closely watch operations within the continent.

The Daily Express approached BYD for comments but did not receive an immediate response.