China Auto Sales 2025 Record: 34.4 Million Units Redefine Global Market
China's new-car sales hit a record 34.4 million in 2025. Discover how BYD, Xiaomi, and Leapmotor are reshaping the global EV landscape as imports hit 16-year lows.
34.4 million. That's the staggering figure that just sent a shockwave through the global automotive industry. China hasn't just broken its own ceiling; it's completely rewritten the rules of the game.
China Auto Sales 2025 Record Marks Fifth Consecutive Year of Growth
Data released on Wednesday, January 15, 2026, confirms that China's total auto sales, including exports, surged by 9.4% year-on-year to hit a record-breaking 34.4 million units in 2025. According to Nikkei, this milestone marks the fifth straight year of expansion, solidifying the nation's position as the world's undisputed automotive powerhouse.
BYD Dominance and the Rise of Tech Challengers
At the summit, competition is intensifying. BYD is officially set to overtake Tesla as the world's top EV seller. Meanwhile, consumer electronics giant Xiaomi is disrupting the status quo with its YU7 electric SUV, aiming to close the gap alongside aggressive players like Leapmotor.
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