China Auto Daily丨GBA EV Exports Surge 107.8%, Hit $39.4 Billion in Q1 2025

GBA EV exports surge 107.8% in Q1 2025. GWM partners with Unitree on "Off-Roader + Robodog." China's Q1 passenger vehicle sales rise 5.8% YoY.

China Automotive News · 2025-04-18

Greater Bay Area EV Exports Surge 107.8% in Q1 2025

April 17 — China Customs data shows the GBA's nine mainland cities exported RMB 287.63 billion (USD 39.4 billion*) in China’s self-branded goods (+12% YoY), with EV shipments doubling (+107.8%). China’s self-branded goods now account for 22.2% of total exports, up 2.1 percentage points.

GWM & Unitree to Pioneer "Off-Roader + Robodog" Mobility Solutions

April 17 — Great Wall Motors confirmed its partnership with robotics firm Unitree will initially focus on integrating quadruped robots with off-road vehicles for gear transport and adventure accompany.

China Q1 Passenger Vehicle Retail Sales Up 5.8%

April 17 — The Ministry of Commerce of China reported RMB 12.5 trillion (USD 1.71 trillion*) in Q1 retail sales (+4.6% YoY), with auto sales growth (+5.8%) outpacing the broader market.

*Exchange rate: RMB 7.2989 = USD 1

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