UK reviewing whether to impose tariffs on Chinese car imports to align with EU Move would strengthen Britain’s case to be included in new legislation to protect European manufacturing The Guardian - UK · 18h ago
UK car industry faces ‘difficult trade-off’ between Chinese and EU markets Britain under pressure to put tariffs on cheap Chinese vehicle imports ahead of protectionist trade measures The Guardian - UK · Oct 4
The Chinese cars taking over the UK market as September sees car sales boom Winners and losers revealed in the big new-reg month, with EVs and even diesel sales growing as petrols and hybrids slump The Independent UK · Oct 3
New Chinese brand Lepas plans more models and 90 UK dealers UK boss Ray Wang outlines plans for plug-in hybrid and electric cars, British engineering input and improvements to the ownership experience The Independent UK · Oct 1
A Diesel Plug-In Hybrid Pickup Truck? This Company Thinks It Can Make It Work The Chery Stockman has two tanks, a high-voltage battery, four-wheel drive, and plenty of towing capacity. InsideEVs · Sep 28
UK May Raise Tariffs on Chinese EVs While Opening Door to Chinese Carmakers Amid 'Buy European' Talks Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds says tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles remain under review as Britain negotiates access to the EU's proposed industrial programme and weighs automotive investment from Chinese manufacturers. International Business Times UK · Sep 28
China's BYD Is Close To Outselling Ford In Europe What seemed unthinkable a decade ago is now on the verge of reality. Motor1 · Sep 25
Sunderland gets its Kicks: Nissan to invest £170m to build new hybrid SUV Latest attempt to secure future of Britain’s biggest car factory may be subject to UK weakening EV sales mandate The Guardian - UK · Sep 16
On long road back from Brexit, north-east’s recovery rides on survival of Nissan’s ‘shining star’ plant Operating at only half its capacity, Japanese carmaker’s Sunderland factory seeks deal with China’s Chery as it battles Brexit threats The Guardian - UK · Aug 30
Latest Lepas L6 EV revealed with 279-mile range – with more models on the way Chery’s fourth UK brand is readying its second model, with the L4, a possible Lepas 2 supermini and more electric versions already in the pipeline The Independent UK · Aug 27
Jaecoo owner Chery takes ‘next step’ in UK push with R&D centre Owner of firm behind ‘Temu Range Rover’ will open facility in Bedfordshire in autumn The Guardian - UK · Aug 19
Lepas L8 plug-in hybrid review: It’s properly posh without the price tag I lived with the new Lepas L8 for ten days and handed the keys to my 27-year-old daughter, too. This big plug-in hybrid SUV makes an strong case for choosing an unfamiliar badge The Independent UK · Aug 18
UK’s biggest EV battery gigafactory shelves expansion as Jaguar Land Rover talks stall Chinese-owned AESC has pushed back plans in sign of slowing transition from petrol and diesel to electric cars The Guardian - UK · Aug 15
From zero to 100,000 in less than two years – Chinese EV brand hits UK sales milestone It’s taken less than two years for the Chinese sister brands Omoda and Jaecoo to reach six figures, with the Range Rover lookalike Jaecoo 7 doing much of the heavy lifting The Independent UK · Aug 13
The Independent UK · Aug 3 Meet the Chinese and American brands targeting Audi, BMW and Mercedes buyers DRIVESMART: In the latest DriveSmart newsletter, Steve Fowler unpacks the crowded new premium car market – and asks how much longer Audi, BMW and Mercedes can rely on the badge alone
The Independent UK · Jul 28 Inside the deals bringing Chinese carmakers into Europe’s factories DRIVESMART: In the latest DriveSmart newsletter, Steve Fowler unpacks Ford’s new deal with China’s Geely – and asks whether Europe’s carmakers are wheeling in their own Trojan Horse
InsideEVs · Jul 16 Americans Can't Have These Affordable Chinese EVs. But They're Coming To Canada China's Dongfeng Motor showed off a gaggle of cars in Montreal, with plans to sell its first two starting in 2027.
Bangkok Post · Jul 5 Mideast war continues to constrain industry Thailand's automotive industry and supply chain may continue to feel the strain of conflicts in the Middle East despite peace negotiations, says Omoda & Jaecoo (Thailand) Co, a subsidiary of Chinese state-owned electric vehicle (EV) maker Chery Automobile.
Motor1 · Jun 24 These Automakers Sold The Most Cars in Europe Last Month Volkswagen remains the leader, ahead of Stellantis and Renault. BYD, Chery, Tesla, and Leapmotor grew, while Ford and Nissan declined.
The Economic Times · Jun 24 Chinese EV makers are shut out of India - but their tech isn't Despite India's restrictions on Chinese automakers, their electric vehicle technology is finding its way into the Indian market. Tata Motors and JSW Motor are partnering with Chinese firm Chery, utilizing their platforms for EV production. This strategy allows Indian companies to accelerate EV launches while Chinese firms tap into India's…
AAP · Jun 22 Chery Launches Winter Care Campaign to Help Australians Stay Safe on the Road SYDNEY, June 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Chery Australia has announced the launch of its nationwide Winter Care Campaign, running from July 1st to August 14th, offering customers a complimentary vehicle winter health check and a range of value-added benefits designed to improve safety, performance and peace of mind during the…
International Business Times · Jun 20 EU Plans New Tariffs On Chinese Plug‑In Hybrids As Brussels Targets Subsidised PHEVs From BYD, Chery, And SAIC The EU plans fresh tariffs on Chinese plug-in hybrids from BYD, Chery, and SAIC, targeting alleged subsidies and closing a key loophole in its existing EV trade measures.
The Independent UK · Jun 18 Lepas L8 offers luxury for less with its flagship SUV – here’s what to know New style-based Chery-backed brand confirms UK prices and specs for its plug-in hybrid premium SUV, with electric version due in 2027
AAP · Jun 17 The public has spoken: 'Stockman' crowned the winning name for Chery's category defining ute SYDNEY, June 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- After receiving more than 20,000 submissions from Australians across the country, then narrowed down to eight, Chery Australia can officially reveal 'Stockman' is to title the brand's upcoming diesel Plug-in Hybrid ute, marking the conclusion of an unprecedented competition that was embraced by drivers…
AAP · Jun 16 FREELANDER 8 Makes First Public Appearance Ahead of Official Abu Dhabi Launch WUHU, China, June 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a significant milestone for the global premium new energy vehicle industry, FREELANDER 8 made its first public appearance at the Abu Dhabi Investment Forum held at The Peninsula Shanghai on June 11, 2026. The showcase comes as FREELANDER prepares for its…