SHANGHAI, July 2026 - Chinese electric vehicles are achieving unprecedented success across global markets. In Brazil, the BYD Dolphin Mini made history in February 2026 as the first new energy vehicle ever to claim the monthly retail sales championship in the Brazilian auto market. In the first five months of 2026, China exported 385,800 vehicles to Brazil, up 183.9% year-on-year, with Chinese brands capturing 77.6% of the pure EV market in São Paulo.
In the European market, Chinese-brand EV sales grew 94% year-on-year in January-February 2026, with market share rising from 4.2% to 8%. BYD and MG (SAIC) each surpassed 10,000 monthly sales in Europe, with BYD sales skyrocketing 1,550.3% in Germany and 564% in Italy.
In Australia, Chinese brands ended Japanese automakers' 28-year market dominance, achieving a 25% market share and becoming the preferred choice for family car purchases. In Thailand, Chinese EVs dominate 86% of the pure electric market, with taxis and government vehicles going fully "green plate." Global EV sales are projected to reach new records in 2026, with the IEA forecasting 20% growth in Europe and over 50% in Asia-Pacific excluding China.
Source: MOFCOM, CRI, Baijiahao, 2026
