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Russians Turn to Chinese E.V.s as Fuel Shortages Bite
Original: Russians Snap Up Chinese E.V.s as Ukrainian Attacks Make Fuel Scarce
Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil infrastructure have tightened fuel supplies, pushing Russian drivers toward Chinese electric vehicles. Sales of Chinese-made E.V.s are rising as petrol and diesel become harder to find in parts of the country, a shift that is reshaping Russia's car market and deepening its reliance on Chinese manufacturers.
Why now: Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil facilities have caused fuel scarcity, driving a rapid shift in car-buying habits.
Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 61 snapshots from 2 d ago to 55 min ago.
Evidence
- Russians Snap Up Chinese E.V.s as Ukrainian Attacks Make Fuel Scarce · The New York Times
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