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EPISODE · Aug 3, 2026 · 4 MIN

Lee Marshall: Motor Trade Association CEO on affordable EVs driving up car sales

from Best of Business · host Newstalk ZB

Car sales are on the rise, according to a new report - but there's one key factor that's leading the charge. BYD, GWM, MG, Chery and Zeekr all appeared in the top 15 car makes for the month, with Chinese-made EVs helping grow overall car sale numbers. Motor Trade Association CEO Lee Marshall says this proves that the market dynamics are shifting. "I think it's a demand for EVs overall, but I think you've got a few different factors that are all playing into each other - and making something of a perfect storm."  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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