1. March Pickup Truck Sales Reach 58,000 Units

According to the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA), pickup truck sales in March 2025 reached 58,000 units, marking a 13.1% year-on-year and 33.5% month-on-month increase, hitting one of the highest levels in the past five years.

2. China Exported 507,000 Vehicles in March

Data from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) shows that automobile exports in March reached 507,000 units, up 1% YoY.

3. Neta Auto Faces Dealer Protests Over Losses and Delays

Dealer representatives have raised three demands:

  1. Compensation for operating losses from September 2024 to present, and advance payment of business costs from May to July 2025

  2. Full reimbursement of unpaid rebates and subsidies by May 11

  3. Restoration of the after-sales service system to support the over 400,000 Neta vehicle owners (Source: Yicai)

4. Changan Sets 2025 Sales Target at 3 Million Units

At its 2024 earnings briefing, Changan Auto reported:

5. Changan-Dongfeng Restructuring Plan Nears Completion

Changan Chairman Zhu Huarong stated that the merger and restructuring plan with Dongfeng Motor is nearly finalized. This central SOE reorganization aims to form a globally competitive, tech-strong world-class auto group, especially in intelligent and connected NEVs.

6. Chery to Launch 39 Hybrid Models in 2025

During its “Hybrid Night” event, Chery Auto announced plans to launch 39 hybrid models in 2025, including:

7. SAIC Volkswagen to Reveal First Range-Extended Model at Shanghai Auto Show

At the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show, SAIC Volkswagen will debut its first range-extended 6-seat concept car, featuring Momenta’s intelligent driving system. The model is expected to enter mass production after Q1 2026.

8. NIO Crosses 100,000 Deliveries in Shanghai

CEO William Li announced that NIO has delivered its 100,000th vehicle in Shanghai. The brand’s total deliveries across Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai now exceed 300,000 units.

9. Dongfeng Nissan Opens Reservations for N7 Sedan

The Nissan N7, the first model under Dongfeng Nissan’s new “Tianyan” EV platform, is now open for reservations. It targets the mid-to-high-end electric sedan market with a focus on premium comfort.

10. Lotus Cuts 270 Jobs in the UK

Lotus Cars announced plans to lay off up to 270 employees in the UK. A spokesperson stated that while Lotus remains committed to its UK base, the restructuring is necessary to stay competitive in today’s market.