Published on: 2026-08-11
Source: People’s Republic of China — Translation
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“Every time I mention Chinese cars, the number of views skyrockets,” said YouTube blogger Richard Benoit in an interview with the American agency Bloomberg. Today, showcasing Chinese cars is becoming a real “key to popularity” for foreign bloggers.
Chinese car exports continue to grow. According to data from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers, from January to June of this year, car exports reached 5.096 million units, which is 65.3% more compared to the same period last year; exports of new energy vehicles amounted to 2.355 million units, increasing by 1.2 times.
The sense of the future is the deepest impression that Chinese cars leave on foreign bloggers. After testing the Leapmotor car, American car blogger Ethan Robertson noted that features such as zero-gravity seats, a smart refrigerator with a heating function, and a large entertainment display turn the car not just into a means of transportation, but into a mobile space capable of accommodating various life scenarios.
Internet users wrote in the comments: “It feels like living in the year 2077.” Dutch blogger Kesander, after buying the Deepal S05 electric car, noted that the interior and features of this vehicle are imbued with cosmic futurism.
Foreign bloggers often use the words “intellectual,” “futuristic,” and “technological” to describe Chinese cars. Analysts note that when choosing a car, consumers worldwide increasingly pay attention not only to the transportation function but also to exterior design, intelligent equipment, and driving comfort, and Chinese cars precisely meet these requirements.
According to data from the European Association of Automobile Manufacturers, in May of this year, five Chinese automakers sold 138.4 thousand cars in 31 European countries, surpassing Japanese automakers in market share for the first time. Bloomberg agency notes that Chinese automakers quickly gained market recognition due to their battery technologies, intelligent capabilities, and price advantages.
Chinese automakers are also bringing to market “versatile” models that allow switching between different usage scenarios. British automotive content creator Matt Watson tested such Chinese models as the Zeekr 8X and YangWangU8, and all his videos received over a million views.
Users left comments: “One car — both for the city and for off-road.” Off-road trips are ceasing to be a hobby for the chosen few and are becoming accessible to the general public. Malaysian car owner Li Fanzhi said that the Tank 300 (an off-road model from Great Wall Motors) allows switching between driving modes for mud, sand, and snow with one press, which fulfilled her “dream of an off-roader.”
Chinese automakers are also deeply adapting to different markets. For example, Geely optimized its intelligent driver assistance system in Southeast Asia to accurately identify motorcycles and increase the air conditioner cooling speed by 30%. Chery improved traction properties for the mountainous terrain of South America, and Great Wall optimized the thermal regulation system for the harsh climate of Russia. In July, the first test base in China for export vehicles in humid and hot conditions was established in Hainan to help Chinese cars cope with humid and hot climates abroad.
Experts note that Chinese automakers continuously improve their products through in-depth research and field testing, taking into account operating conditions in different countries and precisely adapting to the diverse needs of foreign markets. Professor David Bailey of the University of Birmingham, an economist, stated that Chinese car brands are no longer seen merely as an economically advantageous choice; their reliability has already received wide recognition.
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