China's heavy-duty trucks are accelerating electrification and expanding into overseas markets.

Foreign Media: China's heavy-duty trucks are accelerating electrification and expanding into overseas markets, with subsidies and technological advancements jointly driving the freight sector toward net-zero emissions.

According to S&P Global Ratings analysis, Southeast Asia and Africa—thanks to overseas assembly plants, competitive pricing, and strong load capacity—will become key engines for Chinese manufacturers' export growth.

In the first quarter of 2026, China's truck exports surged 33% year-on-year, exceeding 100,000 units, accounting for over 30% of total deliveries.

Experts point out that thanks to advancements in battery technology and government subsidies, the purchase cost of pure electric heavy trucks has approached that of diesel vehicles—around 500,000 RMB after subsidies. Under China’s "old-for-new" policy, upgrading to an electric heavy truck can receive a maximum subsidy of 140,000 RMB, helping accelerate China’s decarbonization efforts.

Original source: toutiao.com/article/1869215388319820/

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