Israel Leads Developed World in Chinese Car Market Share

Israel has emerged as the developed world's leader in Chinese vehicle market share, with Chinese-made vehicles accounting for 25.5% of all deliveries in the first quarter of 2025, according to recent market data.

Market Share Comparison

The Israeli market's adoption of Chinese vehicles significantly outpaces other developed markets: - Australia: 20% market share - UAE: 14% market share - Brazil: 7% market share - Europe: 4.1% market share (as of first two months of 2025)

While Russia leads globally with 53% market share for Chinese vehicles, it is not considered a developed market due to Western sanctions following the Ukraine invasion.

Market Growth and Trends

By the end of April 2025, total sales of Chinese-made vehicles in Israel surpassed 200,000 units, with most sales occurring since 2020. The market is expected to grow further, with industry experts predicting Chinese vehicles could reach 30% of all deliveries by the end of 2025.

Israel currently leads developed countries in the number of Chinese brands available, with 21 Chinese brands currently represented in the market. At least five additional Chinese brands are expected to enter the Israeli market by the end of the year.

Segment Performance

Chinese manufacturers have shown particularly strong performance in specific segments: - Plug-in hybrid vehicles: 92% market share (6.2% of all new vehicle deliveries) - Hybrid vehicles: 6.6% market share (up from less than 1% last year)

The growth is attributed to Chinese manufacturers expanding beyond electric vehicles to include hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and gasoline-powered vehicles, addressing a broader market segment.

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