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Contrasting this, Chinese automakers such as BYD and emerging players like Xiaomi are discussed. BYD’s cash flow issues, supported heavily by government subsidies, indicate a fragile position. Meanwhile, Xiaomi is seen as a more disciplined new competitor, with a methodical approach to market entry and product development that could challenge Tesla in the long term.
Larry warns that the industry is witnessing a dearth of innovation and financial capacity among established OEMs, creating a vacuum Tesla appears poised to fill with its ongoing technological and manufacturing breakthroughs.