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Electric cars and digital connectivity dominate at Beijing auto show

By KEN MORITSUGU
Associated Press

BEIJING (AP) — Global automakers and EV startups are unveiling new models and concept cars at China’s largest auto show, with a focus on the nation’s transformation into a major market and production base for digitally connected, new-energy vehicles. Toyota and Nissan both announced tie-ups with major Chinese technology companies as they try to meet customer demand in China for AI-enabled online connectivity in cars. Electric vehicles accounted for about a quarter of all auto sales in China last year. Hybrids, which have trailed EVs, are expected to be a growing segment going forward.

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