Xiaomi's 'Thor' EV Racks Up 120,000 Orders in 36 Hours, Challenging Tesla

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Xiaomi, known for its smartphones, has entered the electric vehicle market with its first EV, the SU7 sedan, challenging Tesla in China. The company's CEO, Lei Jun, aims to compete with Tesla's Model 3, emphasizing the sedan's superior specifications and lower price. Despite initial losses on each vehicle sold, Xiaomi has received 120,000 orders for the SU7 within 36 hours, signaling a strong start in the competitive EV market.
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