China’s monthly car exports top 1m for first time as overall trade soars

China’s monthly car exports exceeded 1 million units for the first time in June, driven by a wider jump in outbound shipments from the world’s second-largest economy. Trade rose 27% year-on-year, keeping China on course to match or beat last year’s record surplus of about $1tn. Customs data show stronger demand for brands from BYD to Jaecoo, while electric and hybrid exports intensify pressure on European automakers and jobs as governments debate tariffs and companies reshape production across the continent.