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news Scmp World 2026-06-24

China's EV Boom Faces Hidden Costs Amidst Record Sales Week

China's rapid electric vehicle (EV) expansion, celebrated for economic success, is creating significant financial burdens for local governments due to escalating roadwork costs. This comes as the sector records another strong week for sales.

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