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Golden September lifts China’s car market outlook
Passenger car retail sales in China are forecast at 1.69 million units, pointing to a solid autumn rebound.
19 September 2026 1 min read 19 views
China’s car market is trying to capitalize on the traditional “Golden September” buying season, which often revives demand after the summer slowdown. Retail sales of passenger cars are expected to reach about 1.69 million units.
If confirmed, the figure would point to demand that remains resilient despite a cautious economic backdrop. For European players, it is a trend worth watching closely: China remains a key hub for volumes, technology and global automaker strategy.