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Peter Catterall, with Qasim Nauman in Seoul

Global Car Giants Seek Tech Allies In China's Cutthroat EV Market

A number of foreign firms have announced tech partnerships un China as they try to get a hold in the world's biggest electric vehicle market (Credit: AFP)

Struggling foreign automakers in China are looking for help from local tech giants to try to stay competitive in the world's biggest electric car market, where shiny smart screens, assisted driving and sophisticated map technology are in high demand.

At the recent Beijing Auto Show, China's biggest car expo, a number of foreign firms announced tech partnerships -- from Nissan joining forces with Baidu to Toyota signing a cooperation agreement with Tencent.

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