One in three plug-in hybrid cars sold in Europe is now Chinese
Chinese automakers, including BYD and Chery, have captured a record 34% share of plug-in hybrid vehicle deliveries in Europe as of June 2026. This surge in sales is driven by a strategic push to increase market presence ahead of potential additional tariffs by the European Union on Chinese-made electric vehicles. The article, published by The Business Times Singapore on July 22, 2026, highlights the rapid growth of Chinese brands in the European automotive market, particularly in the plug-in hybrid segment, as they seek to establish a foothold before trade barriers potentially increase.
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One in three plug-in hybrid cars sold in Europe is now Chinese
Chinese automakers, including BYD and Chery, have captured a record 34% share of plug-in hybrid vehicle deliveries in Europe as of June 2026. This surge in sales is driven by a strategic push to increase market presence ahead of potential additional tariffs by the European Union on Chinese-made electric vehicles. The article, published by The Business Times Singapore on July 22, 2026, highlights the rapid growth of Chinese brands in the European automotive market, particularly in the plug-in hybrid segment, as they seek to establish a foothold before trade barriers potentially increase.