# Chinese EV and truck expansion across Europe > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/chinese-automakers-expand-in-europe > Updated: 2026-09-09T04:51:28.000Z. Sources: 163. Developments: 7. Geely’s European rollout continued in August with the formal launch of its compact E2 hatchback. Reservations opened in Belgium at a discounted €19,490, while Germany began accepting orders with a base price of €19,990 and a free-charging credit. Hungary, Spain, and Turkey also received pricing and trim details, with deliveries slated for late 2026. In Spain, Geely Auto implemented price reductions to increase competitiveness, lowering the entry-level price for the Geely E5 and the Starray EM-i hybrid by €2,000 each. The expansion of Chinese-led electric mobility extends to heavy-duty transport via SuperPanther’s eTopas 600 electric truck, which has entered series production in Austria. These 42-tonne trucks are being delivered to logistics operators like DHL Freight across several European countries. In the German passenger market, electrification is accelerating. August 2026 data from the Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt (KBA) shows electric vehicle registrations surged by approximately 75 percent, reaching a record market share of 32.4 percent, while gasoline and diesel registrations fell significantly. This shift contributed to an 18 percent reduction in average CO2 emissions for new vehicles, which fell to 86 grams per kilometer. In the UK, battery electric vehicles (BEVs) reached a 30 percent market share in August. Across Europe, BEVs reached a 22.2 percent market share in the first half of 2026, surpassing gasoline vehicles for the first time. Chinese manufacturers are capitalizing on this shift; BYD reported a 371.8 percent registration increase in August. BYD’s international revenue now accounts for 53 percent of its total revenue, exceeding its domestic Chinese revenue. BYD is currently considering Spain and France as potential locations for its second European production facility, which would involve acquiring an existing automotive plant. Xiaomi Auto has announced plans to enter the German and broader European markets in 2027. ## Claims - The E2 is offered in three trim levels: Pro, Max and Ultra. (disputed by 3 sources) - In Hungary the E2 will be sold in four trims (Pro, Max, Max+ and Ultra) with a price under 8 million forints. (disputed by 3 sources) - Xiaomi Auto will begin selling electric vehicles in Germany and other European markets in 2027. (corroborated by 11 sources) - In August 2026, 212,563 new passenger cars were registered in Germany, a 2.6 percent increase from August 2025. (corroborated by 9 sources) - New electric car registrations rose by approximately 75 percent in August 2026, reaching a 32.4 percent market share. (corroborated by 9 sources) - Xiaomi has delivered over 700,000 vehicles in China since starting deliveries in early 2024. (corroborated by 9 sources) - BEVs accounted for 29.3 % of all new car registrations in Germany in July 2026. (corroborated by 8 sources) - 78,600 battery-electric passenger cars (BEV) were newly registered in Germany in July 2026. (corroborated by 8 sources) - BEV registrations increased by 62 % compared with July 2025. (corroborated by 7 sources) - Total new car registrations in Germany in July 2026 were about 268,000, a 1.2 % increase year‑on‑year. (corroborated by 7 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-09: Xiaomi and BYD accelerate expansion into European EV markets Chinese automakers Xiaomi and BYD are accelerating European expansion, with Xiaomi targeting a 2027 market entry in Germany through dealership partnerships and BYD considering a second European production site. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chinese-ev-makers-byd-and-xiaomi-expand-european-presence ### 2026-09-02: European EV market expands as BYD and Xiaomi target growth European electric vehicle sales are surging, with BEVs reaching a 22.2% market share in H1 2026. Chinese firms BYD and Xiaomi are aggressively expanding their presence across the continent. 50 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/germany-electric-vehicle-market-share-hits-record-324-percent ### 2026-08-30: Chinese EV brands dominate electric vehicle indices in Germany The Q2/2026 electricar report shows Chinese EV brands dominating German market indices, securing 15 of 33 podium spots and leading five out of eleven categories. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chinese-ev-brands-dominate-electric-vehicle-indices-in-germany ### 2026-08-04: Germany's EV market surges as Chinese brands gain ground Germany's July 2026 auto market saw a 1.2% rise in total registrations, driven by a 61.7% surge in electric vehicle adoption and significant sales growth from Chinese brands like BYD. 72 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/geely-rolls-out-new-electric-models-in-spain-debuting-e5-suv-and-e2-compact ### 2026-08-03: Geely cuts prices of E5 and Starray EM-i SUVs in Spain Geely Auto Spain cut the entry‑level price of its E5 SUV to €25,485 and the Starray EM‑i plug‑in hybrid SUV to €25,215, a €2,000 reduction each, to improve market competitiveness. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/geely-cuts-prices-of-e5-and-starray-em-i-suvs-in-spain ### 2026-07-29: SuperPanther eTopas 600 electric truck begins European production SuperPanther’s eTopas 600 electric truck starts series production in Austria, with first deliveries to DHL and other European logistics firms, offering 42‑tonne GVW, ~600 km range and fast charging. 27 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chinese-automakers-geely-and-baic-expand-production-in-europe ### 2026-07-07: Geely launches budget Starray and E5 SUVs in Europe Geely debuts the Starray plug‑in hybrid and E5 electric SUVs in Europe, priced from €32,990 and €37,990, targeting compact‑class rivals with low prices, long warranties and a growing model range. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/geely-rolls-out-budget-suvs-starray-and-e5-in-germany --- Cite as: Chinese EV and truck expansion across Europe. 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