Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-05-07 14:57Group 1: Industry Overview - In April, the retail sales of narrow passenger cars reached approximately 1.75 million units, representing a year-on-year increase of 14.4% but a month-on-month decline of 9.8% [1] - The estimated retail sales of new energy vehicles (NEVs) reached 900,000 units, with a penetration rate of 51.4% [1] - The sales pattern in April showed a "front low and back high" characteristic, with a significant increase in daily retail sales in the latter half of the month due to market recovery and pre-holiday promotions [1] Group 2: New Energy Vehicle Sales - Li Auto delivered 33,939 new vehicles in April, a year-on-year increase of 31.6%, but a month-on-month decrease of 7.5% [2] - Xiaopeng Motors delivered 35,045 new vehicles in April, marking a year-on-year increase of 273% [2] - Leap Motor achieved a delivery volume of 41,039 vehicles in April, a year-on-year increase of 173% [2] Group 3: Major Players in the Market - BYD maintained its position as the top seller of new energy vehicles in April with sales of 380,100 units, including 347,100 units from its Dynasty and Ocean series [4] - Geely's new energy vehicle sales reached 125,600 units in April, accounting for 54% of its total sales [4] - Changan Automobile's new energy vehicle sales were 71,300 units, a year-on-year increase of 46.7% [5] Group 4: Market Trends and Future Outlook - The potential for a "sales explosion" in May is indicated by over 60,000 applications for vehicle trade-in subsidies during the first four days of the May Day holiday, leading to new car sales of 8.8 billion yuan [6] - Various automotive brands are launching promotional policies to stimulate sales, with some offering substantial subsidies [6] - The upcoming Shanghai Auto Show is expected to introduce numerous new energy products, which may drive further growth in the market [6]