International Trade
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April 08, 2025
BYD Achieves Record Sales in March 2025 with Strong Domestic and International Performance
March 2025 Sales Report: BYD Continues Market Dominance
BYD has demonstrated remarkable sales performance in March 2025, solidifying its position as a global leader in the new energy vehicle sector.
Key Sales Figures
- Total Sales: 377,420 vehicles sold in March, representing 24.8% year-over-year growth
- Domestic Market Leadership: Surpassed 350,000 units in China alone - outperforming combined sales of established joint ventures like FAW-VW + SAIC-VW (177,000 units) and FAW-Toyota + GAC-Toyota (137,000 units)
Brand Performance Breakdown
- Dynasty & Ocean Series: 350,615 units (22.3% YoY growth)
- Fang Cheng Bao: 8,051 units (126.8% YoY growth)
- Denza: 12,620 units (22.8% YoY growth)
- Yangwang: 133 units
International Expansion
- Overseas Sales Milestone: First time exceeding 70,000 units in international markets (88.4% YoY growth)
- BYD SHARK Pickup: Surpassed 5,000 units in exports, gaining popularity across
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April 05, 2025
U.S. 25% Auto Tariff Impact: Key Insights for Global Car Buyers and Dealers
How the New U.S. Tariffs Affect Chinese Automakers
While Chinese finished vehicle exports to the U.S. remain limited (approximately 116,000 units in 2024, primarily from American brands like GM and Ford), the real pressure falls on auto parts suppliers. China's auto component exports to the U.S. have been declining, with $8.33 billion shipped between January-November 2024, accounting for 10.6% of total U.S. auto parts imports. Chinese suppliers must now increase North American localization and U.S. sourcing to mitigate tariff impacts.
Major Challenges for Japanese, Korean and German Manufacturers
Japan (1.37 million units), Korea (1 million units) and Germany (550,000 units) face direct export reductions of 270,000, 200,000 and 160,000 vehicles respectively. These automakers now struggle to balance volume and profitability, forced to either raise prices or accelerate U.S. production - potentially leading to industrial
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April 02, 2025
African Automotive Market Guide for Chinese Exporters
Market Overview
The African automotive market is experiencing steady growth, presenting significant opportunities for Chinese exporters. According to industry analysts, the continent's vehicle market is projected to reach 1.41 million units by 2024, expanding to 1.89 million units by 2029 with a compound annual growth rate of 6.04%.
Major global players including Volkswagen, Toyota, Renault, Hyundai, and Mercedes-Benz currently dominate the market. However, Chinese brands are making strategic inroads through local assembly partnerships and competitive pricing.
NEV Revolution in Africa
African nations are actively promoting new energy vehicles (NEVs). South Africa aims for 20% of new car sales to be electric by 2025, while Kenya has launched an "e-mobility" program to expand charging infrastructure. This shift creates prime opportunities for Chinese EV manufacturers.
Country-Specific Import Regulations & Market Conditions
Ethiopia
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April 02, 2025
Western Land-Sea Corridor Pioneers Innovative JSQ-RORO Intermodal Transport
Breakthrough Shipment Details
The first railway JSQ special train of the Western Land-Sea New Corridor arrived at Qinzhou Railway Container Center Station in Guangxi on the morning of March 25. This landmark shipment carried 200 Chinese-made vehicles destined for Jebel Ali Port in Dubai, UAE via Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO) vessel.
Revolutionary Transport Model
This marks the corridor's inaugural use of an innovative intermodal solution combining JSQ rail cars with RORO shipping. The breakthrough method establishes a safer, more efficient, and cost-effective transportation alternative for Chinese automakers exporting to Middle Eastern and Southeast Asian markets.
JSQ Car Advantages
JSQ cars represent specialized rail transport equipment featuring:
- Two-level interior configuration with through-passage design when end doors open
- Vehicles can drive directly into the carriage
- Enhanced protective structures compared to standard
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April 02, 2025
China's Used Car Export Market Analysis: Africa Focus China's Used Car Export Market Analysis: Africa Focus
1. Overview of China's Used Car Export Market
The Chinese used car export market has experienced significant growth since its official launch in May 2019. By March 2024, the market was fully liberalized, with initial export operations starting in key regions including Beijing, Tianjin, Shanghai, Zhejiang (Taizhou), Shandong (Jining), and Guangdong.
From April 2019 to 2023, China exported a total of 367,000 used vehicles worth $8.74 billion. In 2023 alone, exports reached 274,500 units valued at $6.88 billion (approximately ¥43.9 million RMB at current exchange rates).
The market shows balanced exports between new energy vehicles (NEVs) and traditional fuel vehicles, with 138,000 NEVs and 136,000 fuel vehicles shipped. Notably, NEVs accounted for 60.6% of total export value due to their higher average prices.
Chinese used cars now reach over 160 countries and regions, with Belt and
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April 01, 2025
Exporting Electric Vehicles to Saudi Arabia: A Comprehensive Guide Exporting Electric Vehicles to Saudi Arabia: A Comprehensive Guide
Exporting electric vehicles (EVs) to Saudi Arabia involves a meticulous process to ensure compliance with local regulations and facilitate smooth customs clearance. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you navigate this process.
Step 1: Ensure Compliance with SASO Regulations
- Understand SASO Requirements: Familiarize yourself with the standards set by the Saudi Arabian Standards Organization (SASO), including safety, environmental, and quality management system requirements such as ISO/TS 16949 certification. This ensures your EVs meet the necessary technical and safety standards[5]. - Obtain SASO Certificate of Conformity: Apply for a Type Approval Certificate through SASO's JEEM platform by submitting the required technical file and documents, including the electric vehicle test report, material safety data sheet (MSDS) for the battery, and other necessary
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March 31, 2025
Saudi Arabia's Automotive Market in February 2025: A Mixed Bag for Chinese Brands Saudi Arabia's Automotive Market in February 2025: A Mixed Bag for Chinese Brands
Sales Overview and Brand Performance
In February 2025, the Saudi Arabian new light vehicle market saw a significant surge, with sales reaching 72,388 units, a 14% year-over-year increase. This growth continues the market's recovery trend observed since 2024. The cumulative sales for the first two months of 2025 totaled 140,311 units, representing a 10.9% increase compared to the same period last year[2][4%.
Key Drivers of Growth
The growth in sales can be attributed to several factors, including stable oil prices (projected to remain above $80 per barrel in 2025), increased government spending, and enhanced consumer confidence.
Market Dominance and Brand Performance
- Toyota: Led the market with a 26.2% market share, maintaining its strong position.
- Hyundai and Nissan: Followed closely, with Hyundai's Accent model showing a 36.9%
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March 10, 2025
The 2025 Guide to Import Used Cars from China to Egypt
Understanding regulations and procedures for importing used cars from China into Egypt
Introduction:
This article provides a detailed guidance for Egyptians to import used cars from China into Egypt. It includes regulations of Egypt, documentations, taxes, and useful tips for importing progress, which can help Egyptian car buyers have a good preparation.
Regulations for Importing Used Vehicles:
If Egyptians want to import cars from China, there are some specific regulations about safety and environment for them to comply with.
1. Under Egyptian law, Egyptians can only import used car with its age less than 3 yearsfrom the date of manufacturing.
2. Vehicles must meet standards of Euro 4 emission, which aim to reduce harmful emission and improve air quality.
3. Previously, Egyptians importing used cars enjoyed tax exemption, and all that was required was to deposit the exempt amount in a bank. Now, they need to make direct payments
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March 10, 2025
Risks, Red Flags of Modification Export and How to Protect Your Business, uncover the dangers of tax evasion, document fraud, and customs seizures in the overseas car market, and learn actionable steps to avoid falling victim to these fraudulent schemes.
Recently, the overseas car import market has seen a surge in brand-new Chinese vehicles being offered at suspiciously low prices. While this might seem like a golden opportunity for buyers, it often hides a dangerous and illegal practice known as "modification export for passenger vehicles."
This article focuses on the risks of modification exports, specifically for gasoline-powered cars, which are subject to China’s 10% purchase tax. Notably, new energy vehicles (NEVs), such as electric cars, are exempt from this tax, making them less vulnerable to illegal export practices.
We’ll explore the dangers of modification exports, their impact on global buyers and legitimate exporters, and how you can protect your business from falling victim