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flag In February 2026, China surpassed Japan as Australia’s top vehicle supplier, fueled by strong EV sales and new Chinese brands.

flag In February 2026, China surpassed Japan as Australia’s top vehicle supplier for the first time in 28 years, with 22,362 new vehicles sold compared to Japan’s 21,671, according to FCAI data. flag Chinese brands held a 24.6% market share, driven by nine of the 10 new automakers entering since 2020 being Chinese-made. flag BYD led sales with 5,323 units, more than doubling its 2025 figures. flag The shift reflects strong performance from electric vehicles, which reached a record 11.8% of new sales, and the competitive, open nature of Australia’s automotive market.

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