Chinese EV makers attract int'l buyers at Take Charge Expo in Christchurch, New Zealand

People view a Chinese BYD vehicle at the Take Charge Expo in Christchurch, New Zealand, Nov. 1, 2025. The on-going expo showcases the latest in battery electric vehicles with Chinese brands drawing attention from international buyers. (Xinhua/Long Lei)

People experience a Chinese BYD vehicle at the Take Charge Expo in Christchurch, New Zealand, Nov. 1, 2025. The on-going expo showcases the latest in battery electric vehicles with Chinese brands drawing attention from international buyers. (Xinhua/Long Lei)

A staff member introduces a Chinese ZEEKR vehicle at the Take Charge Expo in Christchurch, New Zealand, Nov. 1, 2025. The on-going expo showcases the latest in battery electric vehicles with Chinese brands drawing attention from international buyers. (Xinhua/Long Lei)

A man learns about a Chinese BYD vehicle at the Take Charge Expo in Christchurch, New Zealand, Nov. 1, 2025. The on-going expo showcases the latest in battery electric vehicles with Chinese brands drawing attention from international buyers. (Xinhua/Long Lei)

People view a Chinese BYD vehicle at the Take Charge Expo in Christchurch, New Zealand, Nov. 1, 2025. The on-going expo showcases the latest in battery electric vehicles with Chinese brands drawing attention from international buyers. (Xinhua/Long Lei)