Chinese automakers double their EU market share in early 2025

New car registrations in the European Union grew by 4.2% during the first four months of this year. Meanwhile, Chinese automakers managed to double their market share across the bloc.

New car registrations across the European Union rose by 4.2% in the first four months of 2025, according to data reported by Euronews. The growth in overall sales has been accompanied by a striking shift in who is capturing that demand.

Chinese automobile manufacturers doubled their share of the EU market during the same period, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing push by Asian carmakers into European territory. The rapid expansion highlights the competitive pressure now facing established European and other international brands.

The development comes amid ongoing EU trade discussions around tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, which Brussels introduced in mid-2024 in an attempt to level the playing field. Despite these measures, Chinese brands appear to be finding growing acceptance among European consumers, particularly in the electric vehicle segment.