Tayyaba Rehan is a student at the National Defence University. She is currently pursuing her degree in defense and strategic studies. She has worked with multiple governmental and non-governmental organizations. Her articles have been published in national as well as international publications.

The shift in China to more electric vehicles (EVs) is a historic turning point in the evolution of the global automotive industry. The development of electric mobility in China has its roots in efforts to address severe air pollution and insecurity of energy supply. The government has spoken of the potential of EVs to decrease the level of greenhouse gas emissions in the country and the dependence on imported oil. This resulted in the formulation of policies and incentives advocating the adoption of EVs, such as subsidies, tax exemptions, and charging point investments.

In the past, before the highly-rated electric cars, China depended heavily on internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. Vehicles that operated on gasoline or diesel were prominently used as a means of transport for many years. However, the rising incidence of environmental issues and the high incidence of imported oil forced the government to look for other options, hence the hybrid system, and finally, the all-electric vehicles.

The history of Chinese EV technology can be dated back to China in the early 2000s, when the government started to focus on research and development in EVs. When the problems of ICE vehicles started occurring, driven by changing technology, China turned its attention towards pure electric vehicles. These include new technological breakthroughs and improvements in batteries, as well as efforts by governments in several economies during the mid-2010s to provide policies and incentives for EVs. Some of the well-known players, including BYD, NIO, and Geely, became prominent EV brands in the market.

Today, using an EV is popular in China and the country is a leader in the development of this industry. There is a solid base for electric vehicle production in the country, and many companies like Tesla and BYD are creating various automobiles, including mini and full-size electric cars and even electric SUVs. To sustain and increase the proportion of charging infrastructure and battery technology,........

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