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Core Insights - The domestic sales of traditional fuel passenger vehicles in China showed a slight recovery in May, with a total of 854,000 units sold, reflecting a month-on-month increase of 2.2% but a year-on-year decline of 1% [1] - The market dynamics are shifting, with domestic brands like Chery, Geely, and Changan improving in terms of cost-effectiveness, quality control, and product competitiveness, narrowing the gap with joint venture brands [1] Group 1 - In May, the total domestic passenger vehicle sales reached 1.884 million units, marking a month-on-month increase of 5.2% and a year-on-year increase of 12.3% [2] - The "two new" policies have stimulated the market, with 4.12 million applications for vehicle trade-in subsidies by the end of May [2] - A-class sedans remain the dominant segment, with significant contributions from brands like Volkswagen and Nissan, which saw substantial month-on-month sales growth [2] Group 2 - The differentiation among joint venture brands is becoming more pronounced, with mainstream brands experiencing a year-on-year decline of 5% in retail sales, while some brands like FAW-Volkswagen showed recovery [3] - Successful joint venture brands are adapting to local market demands and leveraging local technologies, enhancing their competitiveness [3] - In May, domestic brands sold 1.622 million passenger vehicles, accounting for 69% of total sales, with a year-on-year increase of 22.6% [3] Group 3 - Geely, Changan, and Chery performed well in the fuel vehicle market, with Geely's "China Star" series selling over 86,000 units in May [4] - Despite the progress of domestic brands, they still face challenges in brand recognition compared to joint venture brands in the fuel vehicle segment [4] - Audi and Volvo have recently retracted their previous commitments to fully electrify by 2033 and 2030, respectively, indicating a continued focus on fuel vehicles [5] Group 4 - The industry trend is leaning towards a dual-fuel strategy, with plug-in hybrid vehicle sales in May reaching 300,000 units, a year-on-year increase of 32% [5] - The sales growth of range-extended vehicles also outpaced that of pure electric vehicles, indicating a preference for hybrid solutions among consumers [5]