Chinese carmakers increasingly rely on overseas markets as September exports surge

Chinese passenger car exports surged 64% in September 2026 compared to the previous year, driven by strong overseas demand for electric and hybrid vehicles, while domestic sales in China declined by 27%. To mitigate trade barriers and tariffs, Chinese automakers are expanding manufacturing in overseas markets such as Southeast Asia, Latin America, Europe, and Africa.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Micromobility.