Chinese car brands have more than tripled their share of the UK new car market, reaching 11.7% in the first eight months of 2026, led by strong growth from BYD and Jaecoo.
The latest SMMT figures also showed overall registrations rising 13.7% in August, with EVs taking a record 29.8% share for the month.
However, the industry continues to warn that ZEV Mandate targets must better reflect consumer demand, with Government currently reviewing the requirements.