China's overtaking Thailand as Australia's vehicle pipeline—what's actually arriving
"Australia's import hierarchy tells you everything about where the industry is headed—and it's not where the enthusiast press thinks it is."
— Revvly Take
Japan still dominates Australia's import market, but 2025 marked a shift: Chinese manufacturers edged out Thailand to claim the second-largest supplier slot. This isn't about EVs flooding the market—it's about BYD, Li Auto, and a handful of others finally getting distribution right. The question isn't whether they're competitive. It's whether Australian buyers care enough to look beyond badge recognition.
Alborz Fallah
CarExpert · Jan 8
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