The yellow BYD Seagull electric hatchback. The yellow BYD Seagull electric hatchback.
Tesla rival BYD is among the Chinese firms reportedly exploring plans to build a new factory in Mexico.
  • Three major Chinese EV companies are planning new factories in Mexico, per the Financial Times.
  • Tesla rival BYD and fellow giants MG and Chery are in talks over new sites, alarming US officials.
  • The move will likely fuel fears that Chinese firms may use Mexico as a backdoor into the US EV market.

Three major Chinese EV companies are planning to build new factories in Mexico, sparking concern among US officials, according to a new report.