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The Zer minivan, a Chinese brand, has begun production and looks promising at first glance. Its anticipated sales price of around $39,000 is competitive, especially when contrasted with alternative models. Although the vehicle's range of 550 km is adequate, challenges are evident. The Juniper, another vehicle that recently debuted in China, presents a similar range yet comes at a lower price point.

When considering the importation of the Zero minivan to the United States, added complexities arise. Tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles can skyrocket the price, pushing the $40,000 vehicle up to $80,000 due to the 100% duty. Already steep shipping costs would exacerbate the price further, resulting in an approximated total of $150,000 to fully configure and deploy the vehicle as a taxi.