Why Elon Musk Needs China
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Why Elon Musk Needs China

Mr. Musk helped create China’s electric vehicle industry. But he is now facing challenges there as well as scrutiny in the West over his reliance on the country.
Tesla’s Pivot to China Saved Musk. It Also Binds Him to Beijing.
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Tesla’s Pivot to China Saved Musk. It Also Binds Him to Beijing.

Tesla and China built a symbiotic relationship, with credits, workers and parts that made Mr. Musk ultrarich. Now, his reliance on the country may give Beijing leverage.
BMW Is a Surprise Winner in Electric Vehicles
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BMW Is a Surprise Winner in Electric Vehicles

Once considered a laggard, the German luxury carmaker is one of only a few established automakers that has been able to compete effectively against Tesla.