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China’s automotive exports have grown in most major markets through 2025, driven by strong electric vehicle demand and expanding global reach.

China’s electric vehicle market posted robust November results, as both major brands and startups delivered record new-energy vehicle sales nationwide.

Eight of the world’s top ten best-selling EVs from January to October 2025 are Chinese models, highlighting China’s growing global automotive influence.

XPeng will open its third overseas EV plant in Malaysia by 2026, boosting production for right-hand-drive ASEAN markets and advancing its global expansion.

China’s new-energy vehicle sales rose over 20% in November 2025, while exports more than doubled, underscoring the nation’s global EV strength.

China will tighten used car export rules from January 2026, enhancing licensing, compliance, and service systems while building stronger export networks to ensure higher quality, fair competition, and sustainable growth in the electric vehicle sector.

China’s new-energy vehicle exports reached approximately 251,000 units in October 2025 — a year-on-year jump of about 104% — with battery electric vehicles accounting for 64% of the shipment mix. The surge highlights Chinese automakers’ accelerating global expansion.

Chinese electric-vehicle makers exported roughly 222,000 units in September 2025 — a 100% year-on-year increase — as domestic sales growth slowed and firms ramped up global shipments. The shift reflects rising overseas ambition amid mounting home-market headwinds.

CATL delivered 26.45 GWh of battery capacity in August (+26% y/y), increased its domestic market share to 42.4%, and rolled out two battery packs targeting Europe—boosting confidence in its near-term earnings and global expansion strategy.

In August 2025 China’s new-car retail market grew modestly by 0.8% year-on-year, yet brands such as Leapmotor, Xiaomi, XPENG and Onvo each posted all-time high sales amid the subdued market conditions. Their breakthroughs highlight rising competition and brand-strength in China’s EV segment.

Leapmotor held its crown as China’s best-selling electric vehicle startup for a sixth consecutive month in August 2025, reinforcing its volume leadership despite a highly competitive market. The streak underscores its rising product strength and execution even as it strives to hit annual targets.

XPeng achieved a new monthly delivery high of 36,717 vehicles in July 2025, up 229% year-on-year, and lifted its cumulative deliveries beyond 800,000 units. The company also reported over 233,900 units delivered in the first seven months (+270% y/y).