# @asotu_morethancars on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DXuxHdEgaJd
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/68725790-asotu-morethancars-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/b53014088a.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-04-29T21:31:28.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** More Than Cars (@asotu_morethancars) — https://gondola.cc/asotu_morethancars

## Caption

Washington is trying to build a dam. The river is already rerouting.

The debate over banning Chinese EVs is a reaction to a shift that has already occurred. The market has changed, even if the metal isn't on our shores yet.

Consumer awareness is the leading indicator, not policy.

And awareness is growing fast. Every article, every YouTube review, every social media post about a compelling, affordable Chinese EV builds pressure outside the traditional system.

This is the critical part for dealers: when pent-up demand and curiosity build for long enough, the market doesn't just open. It breaks.

It won't be a slow trickle of new competitors. It will feel like they arrived all at once, with brand recognition already established among a segment of your buyers.

Watch the full episode at the link in our bio.

## Stats

- **Views:** 1,806
- **Likes:** 16
- **Shares:** 0
- **Comments:** 4

## Credits

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| Name | Username | Profile | Role |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Rob Downes | @designedbydownes | https://gondola.cc/designedbydownes | Graphic Designer |
| Rob Downes | @designedbydownes | https://gondola.cc/designedbydownes | Senior Social Media Manager |
| Rob Downes | @designedbydownes | https://gondola.cc/designedbydownes | Creator |
| Rob Downes | @designedbydownes | https://gondola.cc/designedbydownes | Creative |

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