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What Certifications and Documents Are Required to Export Chinese Cars to Russia?

Chinese vehicle exports to Russia require GOST-R certification (partial exemptions apply), OTTC vehicle type approval, and compliance with the Customs Union Technical Regulation TR CU 018/2011. Core documents include commercial invoices, packing lists, Certificates of Origin (CO), EPTS vehicle passports, and export customs declarations. Vehicles without proper certification will be detained or returned by Russian customs.

3564 hours ago

Chery Leads Gasoline Engine Sales at 1.75M Units, BYD Breaks 1M Chasing Geely

China's multi-cylinder gasoline engine sales reached 10.1174 million units from January to July 2026, down 12.92% year-on-year. Chery topped the ranking with 1.7463 million units and 17.26% market share, followed by Geely Power at 1.2343 million and BYD at 1.034 million. Passenger vehicle gasoline engine sales plunged 24.33% in July alone.

3749 days ago

Starting at 115,900 RMB, ID.ERA 5S Enters the 150K Plug-in Hybrid Sedan Market

On August 11, 2026, SAIC Volkswagen officially opened pre-orders for the ID.ERA 5S, the first sedan in the ID.ERA series. The car comes in four configurations with limited-time pricing from 115,900 to 145,900 RMB. As a German plug-in hybrid smart sedan, it features the Xingyun Smart Drive, Yunqi Smart Cockpit, Golden Hybrid, and Golden Standard technologies, bringing city NOA to the 150K joint-venture sedan segment for the first time.

37711 days ago

BYD Qin MAX Launches at $13,800, Second-Gen Blade Battery Hits B-Segment

BYD Qin MAX officially launched with 9 variants priced at $13,800-$20,100. The EV version features second-generation Blade Battery and flash charging tech, achieving 60% charge in 5 minutes and up to 630km CLTC range, redefining the value standard for entry-level B-segment sedans.

32212 days ago

Chinese Automakers' European Factory Map Takes Shape: Four Localization Pathways

Chinese automakers are accelerating local production in Europe through four pathways: greenfield investment, controlled European assets, joint ventures, and contract manufacturing. Their footprint now spans Hungary, Sweden, Belgium, the UK, Spain, Austria, and Slovakia. In H1 2026, Chinese brand registrations reached 792,000 units, capturing nearly 11% of the European market.

30215 days ago

Geely "Handover" to An Conghui: Interim Report Shows 46% Core Profit Growth

On August 17, 2026, Geely Automobile announced a major management reshuffle: Li Shufu resigned as Chairman to become Lifetime Honorary Chairman, while An Conghui succeeded him. The interim report released the same day showed H1 revenue of 173.6 billion RMB (+15% YoY) and core net profit of 9.68 billion RMB (+46% YoY), with gross margin rising to 17.9%.

52415 days ago

Changan and Huawei Sign AI Full-Domain Partnership, From "Installing Systems" to "Replacing the Foundation"

On August 11, 2026, China Changan Automobile Group and Huawei signed a strategic cooperation framework agreement in Shenzhen, expanding their collaboration from specific vehicle programs and intelligent driving to AI foundation models, computing infrastructure, and digital platforms — marking the entry of automaker-tech-giant partnerships into "deep water."

32619 days ago

15th Five-Year Plan Auto Strategic Shift: From Scale Advantages to Systemic Competitiveness

On August 12, Wang Xianbin, VP of Gasgoo Research Institute, delivered a speech at a Bosch Huayu training session, offering deep insights into China's auto industry strategic transformation during the 15th Five-Year Plan. Industry profit margins have fallen from 7.8% to 3.8%, with the 250,000-350,000 yuan bracket as the only growth segment. Exports have evolved from a "second growth curve" into a "lifeline," with the intelligent electric supply chain becoming the core lever for rebuilding overseas competitiveness.

26819 days ago

Leapmotor Logs 25,393 Registrations in Italy Jan-Jul, Leading Chinese EV Startups in Exports

Leapmotor released its latest overseas figures on August 12. Between January and July 2026, the automaker logged 25,393 registrations in Italy. The Lafa5 leads Italy's C-segment EV market following its debut, while the T03 remains a top-selling model. Overseas wholesale sales topped 113,000 units in the first seven months, securing Leapmotor's lead among Chinese EV startups in exports. The company now operates in over 40 countries with more than 2,000 overseas outlets.

37919 days ago

China's Passenger Car Retail Hits 1.46M Units in July; Domestic Brands Break 71% Share

China's passenger car retail sales reached 1.461 million units in July 2026, down 20.9% year-on-year. Domestic brands captured 71% market share, while NEV penetration hit a historic high of 65.1%. Joint venture NEV sales grew 36% against the trend, with exports accelerating to 143,000 units, becoming a new variable in the industry reshuffle.

48819 days ago

SAIC-GM Renews for 20 Years: JV 2.0 Era Begins with 30 NEV Rollout Plan

SAIC Motor and General Motors officially signed a 20-year strategic renewal on August 5, 2026, extending their joint venture to 2047. SAIC-GM plans to launch 30 new energy vehicles by 2030. In H1 2026, NEV sales reached nearly 50,000 units, up 81% year-on-year, with a 20% penetration rate ranking first among mainstream joint ventures.

35325 days ago

Chery Enters Global Top 10 Automakers for First Time with 4.1% Market Share

In H1 2026, Chery Group entered the global top 10 automakers for the first time with a 4.1% market share, tying with Ford for 9th place. BYD, Geely, and Chery collectively hold 13.5% of global sales, exceeding Volkswagen Group's individual share.

43827 days ago