Chinese-made electric vehicles are rapidly gaining ground in South Korea, showing the competitiveness and export resilience of China's EV supply chain as consumers there look beyond established brands for affordable, technology-rich models.

Chinese automakers are turning to S. Korean factories and partnerships as they seek greater access to global markets amid growing U.S. trade barriers.

S. Korean automakers face reduced production and consumer tax support as lower-priced Chinese electric vehicles expand their domestic market presence.