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Record Auto Exports Mask China's Slowing Sales
8 Sep
Summary
- China's car exports reached a record high in August.
- Passenger vehicle exports saw a 77.5% year-on-year increase.
- Domestic vehicle sales declined for the eleventh consecutive month.

China's car manufacturers experienced a significant surge in overseas shipments during August, setting a new record for vehicle exports. This export performance stands in stark contrast to the struggling domestic market, where sales have been on a downward trend for over a year.
Passenger vehicle exports alone jumped by an impressive 77.5% year-on-year, reaching 894,000 units. This represents a slight moderation from the previous month's growth rate. Concurrently, domestic sales saw a decline of 23.7% in August, continuing a persistent downturn that has affected the market for eleven consecutive months.