Stellantis Q1 2025 Performance Report: Key Insights for Global Buyers

Global Deliveries Decline Amid Regional Shifts

Stellantis reported a 9% year-over-year decrease in global vehicle deliveries for Q1 2025, with approximately 1.2 million units sold worldwide. While facing challenges in established markets, the automaker demonstrated resilience in emerging economies.

Regional Performance Breakdown

North America: Production Challenges Offset by Strong Models

The North American market saw a 20% delivery decline (82,000 fewer units), primarily due to extended factory shutdowns during January holidays and production ramp-up for the new Ram Heavy Duty trucks. However, several models outperformed the market:

• Jeep Compass and Grand Cherokee
• Ram 1500/2500 series

These vehicles achieved over 10% sales growth despite overall market contraction.

Europe: Market Share Gains Amid Transition Period

European deliveries fell 8% due to product renewal cycles for small vehicles and weakening commercial van

Golden Dragon Buses Make Major Strides in Middle East Market for 2025

Record-Breaking Export Order to Kuwait

In a significant achievement for China's automotive exports, Golden Dragon (King Long) has shipped 155 buses to Kuwait from Xiamen Port, marking the largest single order in Kuwait's 2025 public transportation procurement cycle. Among these, 100 specially configured Golden Dragon Grandeur coaches will serve Kuwait's healthcare system, providing comfortable staff transportation for medical professionals.

Engineering Excellence Meets Customization

The exported buses feature full monocoque body construction with spacious interiors and ergonomic seating arrangements. Compared to existing local models, these vehicles demonstrate 35% improvement in noise reduction, 40% better cooling efficiency, and superior shock absorption - all achieved through Golden Dragon's proprietary manufacturing processes and client-specific customization.

Extreme Climate Adaptation

Engineered specifically for

BYD Achieves Record Export Growth in Q1 2025 - Full Model Breakdown

March 2025 Export Performance Highlights

BYD continues its global expansion with remarkable 89.2% year-on-year growth in overseas sales, delivering 72,000 vehicles in March alone. This represents an 8.5% increase over February 2025 figures, demonstrating consistent monthly growth.

Top Performing Models (March 2025 Exports)

1. Song Plus

20,620 units exported in March
70,014 units Q1 total (BYD's top export model)

2. Song Pro

7,900 units exported in March
18,534 units Q1 total

3. Seal 07 EV

7,200 units exported in March
19,888 units Q1 total

4. Seagull

7,013 units exported in March
19,461 units Q1 total

5. Yuan Plus

4,320 units exported in March
17,869 units Q1 total

6. Yuan UP

4,034 units exported in March
13,013 units Q1 total

7. Seal EV

3,180 units exported in March
8,044 units Q1 total

8. Destroyer 05

3,168 units exported in March
8,709 units Q1 total

9. BYD e6

2,519 units exported in March
7,077 units Q1 total

10. Dolphin

Chinese Vehicle Exports to Europe: Key Markets, Tariffs & Import Procedures

Europe's Top Import Hubs for Chinese Vehicles

Belgium: Europe's Primary Gateway

Belgium maintains its position as the leading entry point for Chinese vehicles entering Europe. Between January and August 2024, Belgium imported over 180,000 Chinese vehicles, ranking fifth globally among China's auto export destinations. The strategic ports of Antwerp and Zeebrugge handle this massive volume, though recent EU tariff implementations have slightly moderated growth.

Netherlands: The Transit Powerhouse

The Netherlands witnessed a dramatic surge in Chinese vehicle imports, with values jumping from €0.1 billion in 2022 to €1.1 billion in 2023. Notably, about two-thirds of Chinese EVs entering the Netherlands are destined for other European markets. When excluding transit trade, China ranks as the fourth largest vehicle supplier to the Dutch market.

EU Import Trends: China's Growing Dominance

• 781,980 Chinese vehicles imported

Complete Guide: How to Export Cars from China to Algeria

4-Step Export Process Simplified for International Buyers

For car dealers and individual buyers in Middle East and Africa looking to import vehicles from China to Algeria, here's your comprehensive guide with 2024 updated regulations:

Step 1: Select Your Shipping Method

Key Decision: Choose between two primary shipping options:

• RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off): Most cost-effective for operational vehicles. Cars are driven directly onto specialized vessels.
• Container Shipping: Better protection for non-running vehicles or when shipping with spare parts.

Step 2: Prepare Required Documentation

Critical Checklist: These documents must be prepared in English or French:

• Notarized Sales Contract (vehicle specs, trade terms)
• Commercial Invoice with company stamp
• Original Vehicle Registration Certificate
• Technical Inspection Report
• Certificate of Origin
• Export License (China)
• Import License (Algeria)
• Certificate of Conformity (Algerian standards)

BYD Achieves Record Sales in March 2025 with Strong Domestic and International Performance

March 2025 Sales Report: BYD Continues Market Dominance

BYD has demonstrated remarkable sales performance in March 2025, solidifying its position as a global leader in the new energy vehicle sector.

Key Sales Figures

• Total Sales: 377,420 vehicles sold in March, representing 24.8% year-over-year growth
• Domestic Market Leadership: Surpassed 350,000 units in China alone - outperforming combined sales of established joint ventures like FAW-VW + SAIC-VW (177,000 units) and FAW-Toyota + GAC-Toyota (137,000 units)

Brand Performance Breakdown

• Dynasty & Ocean Series: 350,615 units (22.3% YoY growth)
• Fang Cheng Bao: 8,051 units (126.8% YoY growth)
• Denza: 12,620 units (22.8% YoY growth)
• Yangwang: 133 units

International Expansion

• Overseas Sales Milestone: First time exceeding 70,000 units in international markets (88.4% YoY growth)
• BYD SHARK Pickup: Surpassed 5,000 units in exports, gaining popularity across

U.S. 25% Auto Tariff Impact: Key Insights for Global Car Buyers and Dealers

How the New U.S. Tariffs Affect Chinese Automakers

While Chinese finished vehicle exports to the U.S. remain limited (approximately 116,000 units in 2024, primarily from American brands like GM and Ford), the real pressure falls on auto parts suppliers. China's auto component exports to the U.S. have been declining, with $8.33 billion shipped between January-November 2024, accounting for 10.6% of total U.S. auto parts imports. Chinese suppliers must now increase North American localization and U.S. sourcing to mitigate tariff impacts.

Major Challenges for Japanese, Korean and German Manufacturers

Japan (1.37 million units), Korea (1 million units) and Germany (550,000 units) face direct export reductions of 270,000, 200,000 and 160,000 vehicles respectively. These automakers now struggle to balance volume and profitability, forced to either raise prices or accelerate U.S. production - potentially leading to industrial

China's Used Car Export Market Analysis: Africa Focus

1. Overview of China's Used Car Export Market

The Chinese used car export market has experienced significant growth since its official launch in May 2019. By March 2024, the market was fully liberalized, with initial export operations starting in key regions including Beijing, Tianjin, Shanghai, Zhejiang (Taizhou), Shandong (Jining), and Guangdong.

From April 2019 to 2023, China exported a total of 367,000 used vehicles worth $8.74 billion. In 2023 alone, exports reached 274,500 units valued at $6.88 billion (approximately ¥43.9 million RMB at current exchange rates).

The market shows balanced exports between new energy vehicles (NEVs) and traditional fuel vehicles, with 138,000 NEVs and 136,000 fuel vehicles shipped. Notably, NEVs accounted for 60.6% of total export value due to their higher average prices.

Chinese used cars now reach over 160 countries and regions, with Belt and