China’s car market is expected to grow again in 2027 after a 2026 dip

After a weak 2026, China’s car market is expected to recover in 2027, with domestic sales seen rising by about 2%. The previous year’s slowdown would be linked to the end of some incentives and more cautious demand.

For the global industry, this is an important signal: China remains the world’s largest auto market, and any slowdown there affects the plans of major European and Asian carmakers.