Chery Group July 2026 Export Record Surpasses 200000 Vehicles

Chery Group achieved a historic milestone in July by becoming the first Chinese automaker to export more than 200,000 vehicles in a single month. The company shipped 202,533 vehicles overseas during the month, representing a 70.1% year-on-year increase and establishing its fifth consecutive monthly export record among Chinese vehicle manufacturers. The latest performance highlights the company's accelerating international expansion while reinforcing its position as one of the fastest-growing automotive exporters from China.

Chery delivers record monthly sales with overseas demand leading growth

The group's total vehicle sales reached 276,820 units in July, increasing 23.3% compared with the same month last year and setting a new monthly sales record. Overseas shipments accounted for approximately 73% of total deliveries, a notable rise from 53% a year earlier. Based on this sales mix, domestic deliveries were approximately 74,000 units, reflecting an estimated decline of around 30% year-on-year as international markets continued to drive overall business growth.

July 2026 Chery Group sales performance

New energy vehicles continue rapid expansion

New energy vehicle sales totaled 129,067 units in July, rising 97.5% from a year earlier and remaining above the 100,000-unit mark for the fourth consecutive month. During the first seven months of the year, cumulative NEV sales reached 604,305 units, an increase of 42.3% year-on-year. The sustained expansion reflects the company's continued investment in electrified products alongside its broader international growth strategy.

Exports dominate first seven months of the year

Between January and July, the group delivered 1,634,353 vehicles globally, representing a 10.1% increase from the previous year. Cumulative exports reached 1,146,350 units, up 71.2%, while domestic sales totaled approximately 488,000 vehicles, about 40% lower than the comparable period. The company stated that, at its current export pace, one Chery vehicle is shipped overseas approximately every 16 seconds.

European growth and overseas localization strengthen expansion

Europe remained a major contributor to international growth. From January through June, the company sold 174,000 vehicles across 24 European countries, representing a 212% year-on-year increase, including 86,000 new energy vehicles that grew by 385%. To further strengthen its overseas manufacturing footprint, the company started operations on July 3 at the Rosslyn production facility in South Africa, acquired from Nissan. The facility retained all 692 employees and is expected to support nearly 3,000 jobs throughout the local supply chain.

Global customer base and robotics business continue expanding

By the end of July, Chery's global customer base exceeded 20.16 million, including more than 6.99 million overseas customers, with cumulative worldwide vehicle sales surpassing the 20 million milestone. Beyond automotive operations, the company's Aimoga Robotics business also continued expanding internationally. As of July 30, cumulative overseas deliveries exceeded 2,000 robotics units, with products deployed across more than 60 countries and regions, demonstrating the company's broader technology ambitions beyond vehicle manufacturing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How did Chery Group achieve its record export performance in July 2026?
Chery Group achieved a record export performance by shipping 202,533 vehicles overseas during July 2026, becoming the first Chinese automaker to exceed 200,000 monthly exports. Strong international demand, especially across Europe, rising new energy vehicle sales, expanding overseas manufacturing capabilities, and continued localization efforts contributed significantly to the milestone. Exports represented nearly three-quarters of total monthly sales, making overseas markets the primary driver of the company's growth.

What were Chery Group's major business highlights during the first seven months of 2026?
During the January to July period, Chery Group sold 1,634,353 vehicles worldwide, with exports reaching 1,146,350 units and new energy vehicle sales totaling 604,305 units. The company expanded its presence in Europe, launched operations at its South African manufacturing facility, surpassed 20 million cumulative global vehicle sales, and continued growing its Aimoga Robotics business with products operating in more than 60 countries and regions.