China’s Trade-In Program Fuels $561 Billion Consumer Surge
China’s trade-in initiative has driven 3.92 trillion yuan in consumer sales, benefiting 494 million people and accelerating green vehicle adoption, officials report.
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China’s trade-in initiative has driven 3.92 trillion yuan in consumer sales, benefiting 494 million people and accelerating green vehicle adoption, officials report.
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