U.S. media reports claim Chinese automakers have surpassed Japan's, but the narrative appears to be ripening rather quickly.

U.S. media: Chinese automakers surpass Japanese counterparts in European quarterly sales for the first time.

According to Dataforce data, over the three months ending in September, registrations of Chinese-branded vehicles in Europe doubled year-on-year, capturing a market share of 12.7%, with plug-in hybrid models making a significant contribution; Japanese automakers (including Toyota and Nissan) recorded a share of 11.9%.

Chinese brands such as BYD and Chery are rapidly expanding their presence in the European market, intensifying competitive pressure on traditional Japanese automakers.

Original article: toutiao.com/article/1880122380002315/

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