Chinese cars gain ground in Britain amid wider European trade dispute

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  China’s Jaecoo 7 became Britain’s bestselling car in September, with more than 10,000 units sold.

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  The budget SUV is made by Chery Automobile and has been nicknamed the “Temu Range Rover” online.

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  Chinese models accounted for 23 per cent of new cars bought in Britain last month, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.

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  Several Chinese electric and hybrid models also ranked highly.

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  Days later, the growing Chinese car market became caught up in a wider European trade dispute.

Who

Chery Automobile’s Jaecoo 7 and other Chinese car models.

What

The Jaecoo 7 became Britain’s bestselling car, as Chinese models made up 23 per cent of new car purchases.

When

In September; the article was published on October 11, 2026.

Where

Britain.

Why

The article links the success to British drivers’ new-found taste for cut-price Chinese cars.

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