Last year, China's auto industry smashed records thanks to policies boosting equipment upgrades and trade-in perks 🎉. Production hit 34.53M cars (+10.4% YoY) and sales reached 34.4M (+9.4% YoY) — making it the world's top producer and market for the 17th straight year.
The real MVP? New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) 🔋🌱. In 2025, NEV production soared to 16.626M units and sales hit 16.49M — both up almost 30% year-on-year. That means over half of all new cars sold in China are now EVs, hybrids, or plug-in hybrids.
Plus, exports of Chinese-made cars doubled in 2025, proving we're not just driving at home but zooming onto global roads 🚢. This export boom highlights rising demand for affordable, eco-friendly rides from China.
Why it matters for South & Southeast Asia? More choices, tougher competition in the EV space, and faster tech updates. Whether you're eyeing a budget-friendly EV for your daily commute or tracking the latest green mobility trend, China's NEV surge is reshaping the global auto scene.
Stay tuned as 2026 unfolds — more tech, more innovation, and more green wheels on the road ✨.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
