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Chinese car brands in Australia: the winners and losers so far in 2026
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Chinese vehicle brands show mixed results in Australia’s 2026 market. While BYD, GWM, MG, and Chery dominate the top 10, not all Chinese manufacturers succeed equally. BYD leads with 110.8 percent year-on-year growth and 25,243 units sold, driven by the Sealion 7 electric SUV. Chery increased sales 92.4 percent, boosted by the Tiggo 4 small SUV. Geely surged 842.8 percent from a low base, while GWM grew 26.8 percent. However, some Chinese brands struggle to gain
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Chinese car brands in Australia: the winners and losers so far in 2026
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