Electric vehicle firm offers battery swaps

Beijing Electric Vehicle Co (BJEV) is offering battery swaps for private customers in an attempt to gain a competitive edge in the world’s largest new energy vehicle market. BJEV has launched a pure electric vehicle with a mileage range of 300 km, at a price of 79,800 yuan ($12,000). Customers can change a depleted battery for a full one by paying monthly rent of 458 yuan for the battery and additional money for the electricity. The carmaker plans to build 3,000