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Chinese Carmakers Export 1 Million Vehicles to EU in 2025

4/13/2026

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Chinese carmakers exported over 1 million units to the European Union in 2025, per the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA).
EU imports from China rose 30.7% to 1.006 million vehicles, while value rose 4% to €13.7 billion.
Chinese brands now hold 7% of EU sales, up from 5% the previous year.
BYD outsold Tesla in February.
EU car exports to China dropped sharply, highlighting ongoing challenges for European manufacturers.

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Chinese carmakers exported over 1 million units to the European Union in 2025, per the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA).
EU imports from China rose 30.7% to 1.006 million vehicles, while value rose 4% to €13.7 billion.
Chinese brands now hold 7% of EU sales, up from 5% the previous year.
BYD outsold Tesla in February.
EU car exports to China dropped sharply, highlighting ongoing challenges for European manufacturers.