Oil shock fuels BEVs to 9 of top 10 in sales, with China brands overtaking Tesla
South China Morning Post
Last updated: May 14, 2026
The automotive market is undergoing a significant shift, with electric vehicles (EVs) increasingly dominating sales figures. Despite this trend, a single petrol car model managed to secure a spot among the top sellers across all powertrains, indicating a lingering, albeit diminishing, market presence for internal combustion engine vehicles. This suggests a complex and evolving consumer preference landscape.
- The Geely Binyue, a petrol-powered car model, ranked eighth in overall sales, with 14,923 units sold. This places it among the best-selling vehicles irrespective of their powertrain. The data, sourced from automotive platform Dongchedi, highlights that despite the surge in electric vehicle adoption, traditional petrol cars still hold a considerable, though shrinking, market share. The dominance of EVs is evident in the broader sales landscape, yet the Binyue's performance indicates specific consumer segments continue to favor petrol engines for various reasons. The broader market trend continues to favor new energy vehicles, reflecting global decarbonization efforts and technological advancements in battery and charging infrastructure.
