Chinese car sales accelerate in Europe as Brussels weighs putting on the brakes

[Photo] 🇨🇳🇪🇺⚡️ — Chinese cars are rapidly conquering Europe: their share of new sales has exc [...]

— Chinese cars are rapidly conquering Europe: their share of new sales has exceeded 10 for the first time, according to Bloomberg.Europeans are massively choosing models that offer better performance at a lower price. The demand for hybrids and electric cars is particularly increasing.Chinese automakers have access to a range of domestic subsidies, including grants, cheap land plots, and financing, which reduce their cost of production.They can also benefit from government support in Europe. For example, in Germany, the government has launched a new program to stimulate sales of zero-emission cars worth 3 billion euros, as well as subsidies for hybrids for low-income families. As a result, since the introduction of subsidies, the biggest sales growth in Germany has been demonstrated by Chinese brands, particularly MG and BYD - by 50-75.The European Union is striving to protect its automakers, such as Volkswagen, Stellantis, and Renault, but the additional tariffs imposed by Brussels, which came into effect in 2024, only apply to fully electric cars made in China, while the trade barriers for hybrids are lower.@Intelslava

Volkswagen’s mass lay-offs are a call to action for a sleepy EU

Carmaker’s move will ratchet up the pressure on European policymakers to slap restrictions and trade barriers on China

Volkswagen China deliveries see 26% drop year on year to lowest point since 2010

Volkswagen Group’s deliveries in China slumped during the first half of 2026 to their lowest level in 16 years, as local electric vehicle (EV) brands further siphoned off buyers’ interest in petrol cars amid a slowing market. Through its three ventures with Chinese partners, the German car brand handed over a total of 971,000 units to customers in China between January and June, down 26.1 per cent year on year, it said in a statement. The delivery volume hit the lowest level since the first half...

German carmakers are suffering some of their worst declines ever in China as Q2 sales plunge 30%-41%

Legacy German carmakers are also facing intensified competition from Chinese automakers outside of China, including in Europe, as brands like BYD make inroads overseas.

Porsche’s first-half deliveries fall 16%, China sales plunge nearly one-third

Driven by pressure in the Chinese market and the expiration of US electric vehicle tax credits, Porsche delivered 122,306 vehicles worldwide in the first half of 2026, down 16 year over year. Deliveries in China plunged nearly one-third from a year earlier, which Porsche attributed to challenging market conditions and its continued focus on a []

EU provides Vehicles to strengthen Migration Management and Internal Security in the Federation of BiH

The European Union has provided specialised vehicles worth BAM 790,000, to the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina Ministry of the Interior and the Police Administration of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Sarajevo Canton, further strengthening their capacities to address irregular migration, combat migrant smuggling and organized crime. The donation comprises of eight vehicles, two [] The post EU provides Vehicles to strengthen Migration Management and Internal Security in the Federation of BiH appeared first on Sarajevo Times.

Mercedes-Benz: A Big Yield, A Low Multiple, And A Tough Auto Cycle

Mercedes-Benz: A Big Yield, A Low Multiple, And A Tough Auto Cycle

The Real Reason Chinese Automakers Are Rushing Into Canada Right Now

Chinese automakers aren’t wasting any time getting into Canada. Just two weeks after Prime Minister Mark Carney announced in January that Canada would allow limited EV imports from China, Chery, the country’s biggest auto exporter, was already sitting down with Canadian car dealers, according to a new Reuters report. BYD, now the world’s largest EV [] The post The Real Reason Chinese Automakers Are Rushing Into Canada Right Now first appeared on iPhone in Canada.

South Africa’s Vehicle Market Proves Resilient As Affordability Reshapes Demand

TransUnion’s Q1 2026 Mobility Insights Report highlights steady sales, rapid growth in Chinese brands, and rising interest in hybrid vehicles. South Africa’s passenger vehicle market remained resilient in the first quarter of 2026, but demand is evolving. Rising affordability pressures, higher fuel costs, the growth of Chinese brands and shifting powertrain preferences are reshaping the []

Sektor automotif diunjur kekal sederhana

PETALING JAYA: Sektor automotif dan komponen dijangka kekal sederhana berikutan risiko pendapatan yang dipengaruhi persaingan pasaran yang semakin sengit serta pergerakan kadar pertukaran asing yang tidak memihak kepada pengeluar kenderaan, menurut CIMB Research. Bagaimanapun, firma penyelidikan menjangkakan jumlah keseluruhan industri (TIV) akan mencatat prestasi lebih kukuh pada separuh kedua tahun kewangan 2026, disokong oleh kesinambungan ... Read more The post Sektor automotif diunjur kekal sederhana appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Volkswagen, BMW Sales Hurt by Deepening Slowdown in Chinese Market

The German automakers posted bruising second-quarter sales declines in China as the market continued to worsen, offsetting some performance gains elsewhere.

Porsche first-half deliveries fall 16% to weakest level since 2020

German luxury sports carmaker’s sales drop to 122,306 vehicles in January-June, with deliveries falling in all regions; China down 32 and North America 13

Cars: Confindustria and EPP call for technological neutrality and alternative fuels

At the event ‘The Future of Mobility in Europe: Balancing Decarbonisation, Competitiveness and European Industrial Excellence’, discussions centred on how to strike a balance between industrial competition and the energy transition. Salini (FI): “What happened at Volkswagen shows just how damaging forced transitions can be.”

China Uses Canada as a Launch Pad to the U.S. EV Auto Market

China views Canada as the perfect springboard for Chinese cars to enter the U.S. auto market, the world’s second largest after The post China Uses Canada as a Launch Pad to the U.S. EV Auto Market appeared first on IER.

Best-selling new cars of 2026 so far as cheap Chinese brands and switch to electric creates a market shift

Best-selling new cars of 2026 so far as cheap Chinese brands and switch to electric creates a market shift

Germany’s export-led economy faces mounting pressure from China - WSJ

Germany’s export-led economy faces mounting pressure from China - WSJ

Warning: Temu, Shein and AliExpress to become pricier in Hungary from next week – tricks to minimise cost

Low-value imports from outside the EU through Shein, Temu, AliExpress become more expensive: tricks to minimise cost. temu aliexpress shein china commerce economy Continue reading: https://dailynewshungary.com/pricier-temu-shein-aliexpress-hungary-eu/

Volkswagen weighs up to 100,000 job cuts, sources say

Volkswagen is considering shutting four German factories and ramping up job cuts to as many ‌as 100,000, two people familiar with the matter said, in what could be the biggest overhaul in the carmaker's history. #Volkswagen #automobile #cars #jobs #News #Reuters #Newsfeed Read the story here: https://reut.rs/4eIJm39 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

China’s monthly vehicle exports exceed 1 million for the first time, with NEVs claiming over half

China's auto export: monthly volume hits 1 million, NEVs now account for over 50. The post China’s monthly vehicle exports exceed 1 million for the first time, with NEVs claiming over half appeared first on CarNewsChina.com.

Volkswagen to slash half of its models as sales fall

The German automaker has struggled to compete with fast-growing Chinese companies that offer more affordable and sophisticated electric vehicles.

Uber quietly pauses 5 of 7 European food-delivery launches as it chases Delivery Hero

Five months ago, Uber promised to storm five new European countries with its food-delivery app. It just quietly hit the brakes, and the reason looks a lot like a 10bn takeover. Uber has paused five of its seven planned 2026 European launches, the Financial Times reported. Uber announced the push in February, targeting Austria, Norway, [] This story continues at The Next Web

The unstoppable rise of China-made cars in Europe: 5 things to know

Chinese electric and hybrid vehicles are ubiquitous two years after the EU imposed tariffs on EV imports.

Volkswagen sales slide further as German carmaker weighs mass job cuts

Volkswagen on Friday said that a slide in sales accelerated in the second quarter, as the crisis-hit German auto group reportedly considers cutting up to 100,000 jobs worldwide.

Germany joins push for tougher curbs on ultra-fast fashion

Germany has joined France and the Netherlands in calling for tougher measures to curb the environmental impact of ultra-fast fashion, adding momentum to efforts to tighten European...

China's Car Exports Surpass One Million Units for First Time in Single Month

China's Car Exports Surpass One Million Units for First Time in Single Month

€3 parcel levy won’t fix Belgium’s fashion footprint

EUROPE: Fast fashion continues to weigh on the environment. Second-hand clothing is gaining in popularity, particularly among younger consumers, but barriers persist. Meanwhile, the 3 levy on non-EU parcels is unlikely to massively change purchasing behaviour, underscoring the need for wider action

Shipowners and airlines call for ETS revenues to fund green transition

European shipowners and airlines have jointly urged Brussels to channel emissions trading revenues back into the sectors that generate them, arguing that the current system risks undermining efforts to decarbonise transport. In a joint statement released this week, European Shipowners (ECSA) and Airlines for Europe (A4E) said shipping and aviation already contribute more than 11bn

Mercedes-Benz Q2 sales decline

Mercedes-Benz Group AG announced on Wednesday that its global vehicle sales in the second quarter of 2026 declined by 6 year-on-year, reaching 511,900 vehicles. Despite the overall drop, the company reported strong growth in demand for battery electric vehicles (BEVs), with deliveries rising 50 compared with the same period last year to 63,000 units, AzerNEWS reports, citing foreign media.

Volvo Korea sees strong demand for flagship S90, XC90

Volvo Car Korea said Friday that sales of its flagship S90 sedan and XC90 SUV nearly doubled in the first five months of this year, as the Swedish automaker seeks to strengthen its presence in Korea’s premium family import car market with upgraded features and competitive pricing. According to the Korea Automobile Importers Distributors Association, S90 sales reached 768 vehicles from January to May, up 92 percent from a year earlier. Sales of the XC90 rose 91 percent on-year to 907 vehicles o

Why Temu and Shein just got more expensive in Europe | DW News

Online shopping on websites like Temu and Shein just got more expensive in Europe. Parcels worth less than €150 will be hit with a €3 levy from now on. The EU wants to discourage shoppers from buying from Chinese online shops. #china #europe #ecommerce #dwbusiness For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1

Volkswagen sales slide further as carmaker weighs mass job cuts

Sales had fallen just four percent in the first quarter.

Gazprom expects increase in gas supplies to China in 2026

The growth in supplies to China largely offsets the decline in exports to Europe, Deputy Chairman of the Russian holding Famil Sadygov said

Sun Mobility t3-55T electric trucks with world’s first modular battery swapping at Pravaas 5.0

Unlike passenger cars, commercial vehicles are judged primarily on operating economics rather than technology. Sun Mobility is betting that battery swapping can tip that equation by cutting upfront vehicle costs, reducing charging downtime and creating a shared energy network that multiple truck and bus manufacturers can use. Backed by a 78 million IndoFast-IOCL joint venture, the companyAIS-038-certified platform aims to cut upfront vehicle costs by about 40 per cent and address one of the biggest barriers to commercial EV adoption.

German car industry braces for more plant closures and job cuts

German car industry braces for more plant closures and job cuts

Why is Delhi targeting bikes first in its EV drive?

Why is Delhi targeting bikes first in its EV drive?

These were the best-selling cars in June

The UK’s 10 best-selling cars in June were dominated by SUVs and crossovers, with just one hatchback making the list.

UK Reg Specialist: Helping owners move on with ease

Finding the right buyer for a UK-registered car or bike in Spain can be a challenge, especially when paperwork, location []