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EV sports cars are gaining prominence in the automotive market
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But Porsche faces challenges with supply chain issues for its upcoming 718 EV
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The 911 EV is still under development and won't make it until the end of the decade or beyond
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While a brand like Porsche is struggling in China, domestic automakers are rapidly advancing in EV technology, surpassing Western brands in several areas
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Models like the MG (now part of Shangai Automobile Industry Corporation) Cyberster have taken the electric sports car market by storm
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In the sedan segment, Cars like the SU7 by smartphone maker Xiaomi demonstrate Chinese progress in developing high-performance EVs
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The SUV7 packs Taycan levels of performance for a third of the price, think somewhere in the ballpark equivalant of $30,000
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Now, it appears that the Chinese EV maker BYD recently surpassed Tesla in terms of sales, is ready to enter the sports car segment with a potential Porsche 911 rival
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Spy photos by CarNewsChina reveal a camouflaged BYD prototype, hinting at a sleek, low-slung two-door coupe
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It is worth noting that while the concept reveled in April 2024 was a Speedster, the prototype that was spotted is a coupe
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The prototype's design may be influenced by the Fang Cheng Bao Super 9 concept, styled by Wolfgang Egger
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The German designer has been the Chief of Design at brands like Audi, Lamborghini and Alfa Romeo
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The car is expected to utilize a tri-motor setup from the Z9, from BYD's luxury brand Denza delivering over 950 horsepower and around 300 miles of driving range
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Predicted 0-60 mph time is under 3 seconds, that should put it on par with the Porsche 911 Turbo S
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All-wheel drive and advanced torque vectoring are expected to enhance performance and handling
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BYD's vertical integration and battery technology provide a competitive advantage. The potential for a competitive price point could disrupt the Porsche 911's dominance in the market.
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