Leapmotor has surpassed 1.5 million global EV deliveries, achieved profitability overseas, and is targeting 1 million vehicle sales in 2026 as international expansion accelerates.
US EV sales rose in May 2026 despite remaining below year-ago levels. Meanwhile, used EV sales jumped 24.7%, signaling growing consumer demand and market maturity.
Global EV sales reached 1.8 million units in May 2026, pushing year-to-date deliveries to 7.5 million. Europe remains the fastest-growing market while China boosts exports.
BYD plans to become the world’s largest automaker within five years, fueled by rapid EV growth, global expansion, ultra-fast charging technology, and European production.
UK new car registrations rose 7.1% in May, driven by strong BEV growth to 27.3% market share. EV incentives and expanding model choice reshape demand, but targets still lag.
Volvo Cars reported 178,980 global sales from March-May 2026. EV demand remains strong in Europe, led by the EX30, EX40 and newly launched EX60 electric SUVs.
Leapmotor achieved a record 81,569 vehicle deliveries in May 2026, up 81% year-over-year, as the Chinese EV maker accelerates global expansion and launches the B05 overseas.
BYD reported 383,453 NEV sales in May 2026, ending eight months of declines. Record overseas deliveries surged 80%, helping offset weaker demand in China.
NIO achieved a record 37,705 EV deliveries in May 2026, up 62.3% year-over-year. ONVO L80, ES9 launch, and FIREFLY growth helped drive momentum.
Xpeng delivered 32,158 vehicles in May, extending its year-on-year decline streak. However, strong GX SUV demand and robotaxi progress could drive a rebound.