According to the latest data from Gasgoo Research Institute, China’s passenger car exports continued to grow from January to May 2025, with new energy vehicles showing particularly strong momentum. Countries like Belgium, Indonesia, and Spain are emerging as key export destinations.
In Southeast Asia, China’s NEV exports saw significant year-on-year increases. Indonesia imported over 30,000 NEVs, up 103.9% from the same period last year. Thailand and Malaysia also posted solid double-digit growth, supported by pro-EV policies, local assembly deals, and investment initiatives, positioning ASEAN as a strategic pillar in Chinese automakers’ global strategies.
Meanwhile, in Europe, Belgium remained the top export destination for China’s NEVs, with over 119,000 units exported, up 3.9% YoY. Spain’s imports grew 35.0%, and the UK showed signs of recovery after earlier declines.
Brands like BYD, Geely, and Chery are leading the charge, each showing strong performance across multiple markets. Chery’s NEV exports to Southeast Asia rose 123.3%, while BYD’s NEV shipments to Europe increased by 235.5%, reflecting a robust and diversified global expansion among Chinese automakers.Overall, China’s auto export landscape is becoming more regionally diverse and policy-driven, with the global reach of its NEV supply chain expanding rapidly.