China’s
Auto Production Rises Sharply in First Half of 2025Beijing,
10 Jul (ONA) – The People’s Republic of China’s automobile production and sales
grew by more than 10% in the first half of 2025, signaling a strong rebound in
consumer spending, according to data released today by the China Association of
Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM).Between
January and June 2025, total vehicle production reached 15.62 million units,
marking a 12.5% increase compared to the same period last year. Vehicle sales
also rose by 11.4%, totaling 15.65 million units.The
production of new energy vehicles (NEVs) — including electric and hybrid cars —
saw particularly rapid growth, with output increasing 41.4% year-on-year to
6.97 million units. Sales of NEVs climbed 40.3%, reaching approximately 6.94
million units in the same period.These
figures reflect growing demand and robust momentum in the People’s Republic of
China’s push toward cleaner, more sustainable transportation.

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