Group 1 - Toyota's sales increased by 6.6% year-on-year, reaching 145,500 units, marking the first growth in four months. The successful sales of the 2025 updated Corolla Cross contributed to this growth [3][6]. - In the electric vehicle (EV) segment, Toyota introduced new models such as the bZ3X and bZ5, resulting in a 70.9% increase in EV sales, totaling 6,400 units [3][6]. - Nissan's sales grew by 10.1%, reaching 50,024 units, driven by the upgraded fuel sedan "Tianlai," which features Huawei's smart cockpit, appealing to younger consumers [5][6]. Group 2 - Honda's sales declined by 16.5%, falling to 57,489 units. Although the decline was less severe compared to a 40% drop in December 2025, it still faced intense competition from Chinese automakers [6][7]. - The Chinese government plans to halve the vehicle purchase tax exemption for EVs starting January 2026, and adjustments to the vehicle trade-in subsidy system are also underway, leading to consumer hesitation in purchasing decisions [6].