Some U.S. car buyers envy what they cannot have – affordable Chinese EVs

DETROIT, March 23 (Reuters) – Sooren Moosavy wants to buy an affordable electric car in the U.S., motivated by environmental concerns and a preference for the EV’s smoother ride. But the 28-year-old Baltimore resident’s search has brought him to a trio of vehicles that are essentially unavailable – because they’re from Chinese automakers. “I would love the opportunity to be able to get one in or even test-drive one,” said Moosavy, who has narrowed his wish list to three models from BYD, Geely and Zeekr, attracted to their compactness, plush interiors, and above all, the price. Moosavy isn’t alone. As…