Economic Watch: Chinese EV makers edge into Japan's compact car stronghold

TOKYO, Nov. 12 (Xinhua) -- Chinese electric vehicle (EV) makers are venturing into Japan's compact-car market, challenging long-established domestic players with competitively priced, longer-range models that could accelerate the country's slow shift toward electrification. At the recently concluded 2025 Japan Mobility Show, Chinese EV makers unveiled more than a dozen new energy vehicle (NEV) models, drawing significant industry and media attention. Leading carmaker BYD showcased 13 models at t