Australia China PC/LCV Brands: 2025-26 (H1)

In 2026, Chinese brand penetration was 20.4% and for H1 2026 27.3%. The majority of cars arriving in Australia are manufactured in China, some for legacy brands. 

The big brand in Australia is Toyota and has been number one for 23 consecutive years, since 2003.  It has had supply issues but extra shipments are being arranged to minimize wait times. This has allowed rival brands like BYD to gain significant gains in the meantime. 

BYD is making sure supply isn't an issue for them and is closing in on a brand that looked to have a permanent seat at the top of the charts. It's currently in second place. GWM (Haval, Tank, Ora & GWM Ute), Chery and MG are all strong brands here with others ready to join them. 

Data source: FCAI, Car Expert.
Photo sources: Zeekr Australia (X) & BYD Australia (Denza B8).

Maserati Global Sales: 2023-26 (H1)

With the marque going up market, it was inevitable that deliveries would fall in the transition period. As we see from 2023 to the halfway point of 2026, volume has been falling dramatically. The 2026 37% drop is a YOY comparison. 

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Israel China PC Brands: 2025-26 (H1)

When it comes to cars, Israel looks to Asia. It was Japan and Korea but now there is also China. Cars with some sort of electric propulsion are also popular and that suits Chinese car makers. 

In 2026, the total for Chinese brands was 29.7% and for H1 2026 43.9%. The top two places are currently held by Jaecco/Omoda brands combined and Chery. They also have six of the top ten places. As Israel intends to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030, surely the swing to Chinese brands will continue. 

Data source: Israel Vehicle Importers Association.
Photos: Changan (Deepal SO7) & GAC (Aion V).