Consumer Reports has released their annual reliability rankings for 2023, highlighting the most reliable cars, SUVs, and brands. Toyota and Lexus claimed the top two spots, with a surprise appearance from Mini in third place.
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) makers, such as BYD, are gaining a cost advantage with their dominance in the supply chain, which is making legacy automakers nervous. The supply chain control allows Chinese EV makers to keep costs low, putting pressure on traditional automakers to reduce costs as well. This shift has prompted European carmakers to prioritize cost reduction over other factors. Bill Ford Jr., executive chairman of Ford Motor, has warned about the rapid development of Chinese EV makers and their potential to compete globally. Despite some quality issues, Chinese EV makers are gaining recognition and market share outside of China, and their affordability is becoming an advantage in overseas markets.
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