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International luxury car brands such as Mercedes-Benz and Land Rover are losing market share in China to domestic electric vehicle manufacturers. Analysts suggest this trend will make it harder for foreign automakers to maintain profitability in the world's largest automotive market.

International luxury car brands like Mercedes-Benz and Land Rover are losing market share in China to domestic electric vehicle manufacturers, according to data from the China Passenger Car Association. Analysts note rising competition from Chinese EV powerhouses is eroding profitability for foreign automakers.

China’s electric vehicle (EV) deliveries declined for the sixth consecutive month in June, with a 7% year-on-year drop to 1.04 million pure electric and plug-in hybrid cars. Carmakers’ promotions failed to offset the decline, raising concerns about the profitability of Chinese EV firms.

China's EV deliveries fell 7% year-on-year in June compared to 2025, marking the sixth consecutive monthly decline. Carmakers offered promotions to attract budget-conscious consumers, but the trend is raising concerns about the industry's profitability.

Electric vehicles accounted for 66.7% of new car sales in mainland China during the first week of June, up from 62.9% in May, according to data from the China Passenger Car Association. The surge is linked to benefits for Chinese battery-powered carmakers amid the global energy crisis.

Electric vehicles accounted for 66.7% of new car sales in mainland China during the first week of June, according to the China Passenger Car Association. This marks an increase from 62.9% in May, driven by the global energy crisis benefiting Chinese battery-powered carmakers.

Chinese electric vehicles are regaining consumer favor as foreign brands like Volkswagen and Toyota lose market share. In April, foreign automakers held 30.3% of China's automotive market, with domestic EVs maintaining a dominant position due to technological upgrades and incentives.

Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) are regaining consumer favor due to technological upgrades and incentives, reducing the market share previously gained by foreign brands. Foreign automakers like Volkswagen and Toyota held a combined 30.3% share of China's automotive market in April, according to the China Passenger Car Association.