China × Cleantech — May 2020
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Innovation Think Tank Says Tesla Isn’t Disruptive, But Mini-EVs Are
Christensen, Iyer, and Bartman would do well to review the full range of innovation that Tesla is bringing to bear in their assessments of whether it is disruptive or not. Low-speed EVs in China likely are, but it doesn’t follow that Tesla is not.
Low-Speed EVs Are Driving High-Speed Urbanization In China
Despite the name, low-speed electric vehicles (LSEVs) aren’t actually that slow. With a top speed of 60km/h, they’re fast enough for getting around big and heavily congested cities. Most models are compact, resembling three-wheeled utility vehicles or golf buggies –a practical solution for the dire lack parking spaces that have become a significant problem as more and more people take up driving in China.
