Chinese used-car exports surge 45% on strong Russian EV demand

Some 400,000 vehicles were shipped abroad last year

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Electric cars of Zeekr, a premium brand owned by Chinese automaker Geely, are on display at the Frank-Auto dealership in Moscow on June 14. © Reuters

SHIZUKA TANABE, Nikkei staff writer

GUANGZHOU -- China exported roughly 400,000 used autos in 2024, up 45% from the previous year and a record high, according to an industry group, apparently driven by strong demand for electric vehicles in Russia and Central Asia.

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