Growing Influence of Chinese Brands at the Paris Motor Show
While the number of Chinese manufacturers doubled at the major European automotive industry gathering, three new models produced in Turkey were also showcased.
As the Paris Motor Show, one of the most important gatherings of the European automotive industry, opened its doors, Chinese manufacturers accounted for 20 of the approximately 60 brands participating, meaning one out of every three brands came from China.
The Rise of Chinese Brands
Chinese manufacturers make up 20 of the approximately 60 brands participating in the Paris Motor Show, resulting in one out of every three car brands coming from China. The number of Chinese brands, which was 10 in 2024, has doubled in this process.
Share in the European Market
In addition to manufacturers such as BYD, Geely, Chery, Jaecoo, and Leapmotor, new players like Li Auto, Aito, Aion, and 212 are also present at the fair. It is notable that the share of Chinese brands in new car sales in Europe exceeds 10 percent.
Moves by European Manufacturers
European manufacturers are responding to this rise with new model offensives. While Stellantis is exhibiting more than 60 vehicles, Fiat is holding the world premieres of the Grizzly, Lancia of the Gamma, DS Automobiles of the NO7, and Opel of the Corsa GSE.
Models Produced in Turkey
Three new models to be produced in Turkey are also being showcased in Paris. The Dacia Striker, to be produced at the Oyak Renault factory in Bursa, is exhibited as a new crossover model in the C segment.
Hyundai Models
The electric Hyundai IONIQ 3, to be produced in İzmit, along with the new Hyundai Bayon, are taking their places at the fair, representing Turkey's production power in the automotive sector.