China EV market share hits 65% in August as combustion-engine sales plummet

China's overall EV market share reached a record 65% in August driven by a significant drop in internal combustion engine sales rather than surge in battery electric vehicles, with BEVs comprising 45% of the market.

First covered Sep 19, 2026 · 2:05 PM PT · 1 article

China EV market share hits 65% in August as combustion-engine sales plummet — Image via cleantechnica.com

Coverage

7d CleanTechnica The Unstoppable Rise of Leapmotor — August’s China EV Sales Report (45% BEV Share) — High gas prices and a never-ending wave of new BEVs has allowed August to reach 65% EV market share, a new record!

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greentechlead.com China EV Market Faces 2026 Reset as EV Share Tops 60%, Exports Surge 120% and Domestic Car Sales Fall 20% - GreentechLead

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Appeared in: 2026-09-20 (#1) · 2026-09-21 (#2)

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