YONHAP reported on Aug 4 that Chinese-made electric vehicles accounted for 35% of EVs newly registered in South Korea in 1H 2026. The Korea Automobile Mobility Industry Association’s analysis showed nearly 70,000 China-made EV registrations from Jan–Jun, up 178.7% YoY. The association said the influx could accelerate EV adoption and widen consumer choice but may raise competitive pressure on domestic automakers and along the industry supply chain.

2026-08-05

YONHAP reported on Aug 4 that Chinese-made electric vehicles accounted for 35% of EVs newly registered in South Korea in 1H 2026. The Korea Automobile Mobility Industry Association’s analysis showed nearly 70,000 China-made EV registrations from Jan–Jun, up 178.7% YoY. The association said the influx could accelerate EV adoption and widen consumer choice but may raise competitive pressure on domestic automakers and along the industry supply chain.