BYD Racco Deliveries Top 700 Units After Japan Launch
BYD’s Racco electric vehicle launched in Japan, garnering over 700 orders and strong market interest, facing local competition challenges ahead.
August 4, 2026
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China Issues First Mandatory L3/L4 AD Standard, Effective July 2027
China has approved a mandatory national standard for automated driving systems, effective July 2027, establishing safety requirements for L3 and L4 vehicles.
Chinese Brands Capture 8% of French Market in July, Led by MG and BYD’s 2.3x Growth
In July 2026, France saw new car registrations rise 9% to 126,808, driven largely by electric and hybrid vehicles, despite declines in traditional fuels.
China Targets 40 Million Charging Facilities by 2030 to Support 110 Million EVs
On Aug. 3, China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) and National Energy Administration (NEA) jointly released the 15th Five-Year…
Italy June Auto Sales Grow 3.9% as Chinese Brands Expand Share to 14.3%
In July 2026, Italy saw new vehicle registrations rise 3.9% annually, but BEV shares declined due to subsidy withdrawals.
Spain EV Penetration Hits 24.7% in July as BYD Sales Overtake MG
In July 2026, Spain saw a 3.7% rise in new car registrations, led by significant growth in electric vehicle sales, particularly from BYD.
Chinese Carmakers Take 16% of UK Market as July EV Registrations Rise 49%
UK new vehicle registrations rose 15.6% in July 2026; BEVs surged 49%, making electrified vehicles dominate the market.