This is a very good question. Western companies are refusing to make the cars we want so china should be able to provide what we want just like Japan did in the past.
In recent years, the AAMVA (an NGO) has been using their influence to push through sweeping changes to ban older imported cars, including Kei-class vehicles. In some states (Texas, Colorado, Michigan), those changes have been challenged in at least some part thanks to enthusiasts.
EDIT: Also most of these are standard ICE, but the smaller size/weight/cost makes them ideal for EV conversions. With-or-without the transmission. Especially if you get a deal because there is an issue with ICE-related parts or someone else needed the engine etc.
This is a very good question. Western companies are refusing to make the cars we want so china should be able to provide what we want just like Japan did in the past.
And Japan’s past for the present.
In recent years, the AAMVA (an NGO) has been using their influence to push through sweeping changes to ban older imported cars, including Kei-class vehicles. In some states (Texas, Colorado, Michigan), those changes have been challenged in at least some part thanks to enthusiasts.
EDIT: Also most of these are standard ICE, but the smaller size/weight/cost makes them ideal for EV conversions. With-or-without the transmission. Especially if you get a deal because there is an issue with ICE-related parts or someone else needed the engine etc.