Chinese Carmakers Capture Record 14% UK Market Share on Strong EV Growth
In May 2026, UK EV registrations surged, with battery-electric vehicles growing 31%, capturing 27% market share amid declining gasoline registrations.
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Tata Taps Chery Platform for Premium EVs, First Avinya Model Due in 2027
Tata Motors will license vehicle technology from Chery for its Avinya EV program, adapting to changes in their production strategy.
Australia EV Share Hits Record at 46.4% as Chinese Brands Gain Ground
In May 2026, Australia’s new-vehicle market fell 2.3%, but electric vehicle sales surged, with BEVs and PHEVs significantly boosting overall industry performance.
Italy Auto Market Grows 7.6% in May, Chinese Brands Grab 13.4% Share
In May, Italy saw new vehicle registrations rise 7.64%, with Chinese brands increasing their market share significantly, led by BYD.
SAIC MG to Build First European Factory in Spain, Production Due in 2028
MG, owned by SAIC Motor, plans to open its first European manufacturing plant in Spain by 2028, investing €200 million.
China EV Sales Race Heats Up in May as Leapmotor Sets Record, NIO Surges
China’s auto industry stabilized in May, with several brands achieving record deliveries amid competitive pressures.
Global NEV Sales Slip 2% in Q1 as Chinese Brands Grab 56% PHEV Market
Global NEV sales in Q1 2026 reached 3.94 million units, with Chinese brands dominating the BEV and PHEV markets amid rising competition.
Europe’s Auto Market Grows 7% in April as Chinese Brands Gain Share
In April 2026, EU vehicle registrations rose 5.1%, driven by Chinese EV growth and a shift towards new-energy vehicles amid rising oil prices.
China’s Top 10 Mini EVs in April: Geely Leads, Former Bestsellers Fade
In April, EV sales concentrated on leading models, with Geely Xingyuan dominating, while others faced declining demand and market consolidation.
China’s Sodium-Ion Batteries Enter Mass Production as CATL, Pret Ramp Up
The commercialization of sodium-ion batteries is accelerating rapidly in China. Chinese new energy materials company Pret said at a recent…