People visit the pavilion of Chinese carmaker BYD at the 2024 Paris Motor Show during the media day in Paris, France, Oct. 14, 2024. (Xinhua/Gao Jing)

　　Chinese manufacturers are using innovation to bring down costs, making them formidable competitors globally, said Serge Gachot, director of the Paris Motor Show.

　　PARIS, Oct. 20 (Xinhua) -- The 2024 Paris Motor Show concluded here on Sunday, with electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers from China, Europe and the United States showcasing their latest models as competition in the global EV market intensifies.

　　Automakers from these regions displayed their vehicles side by side at the event, offering attendees the chance to compare technologies, pricing, and quality firsthand.

　　“People are ready to fight against climate change and drive EVs, but not at any cost,“ said Serge Gachot, director of the Paris Motor Show, stressing that prices are a major concern.

　　He added that Chinese manufacturers are using innovation to bring down costs, making them formidable competitors globally.

　　Amid ongoing trade tensions and concerns over potential tariffs on imported Chinese EVs, demand for affordable, high-quality EVs has outpaced protectionist sentiment. Test drives of Chinese models were popular among European attendees, with many praising their advanced features and value for money.

　　People visit the pavilion of the Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (GAC Group) at the 2024 Paris Motor Show during the media day in Paris, France, Oct. 14, 2024. (Xinhua/Gao Jing)

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