Are Chinese Made Cars Safe With Global Standards

The rise of the SUV continued in 2024 and Chinese made brands are taking the stage. Worldwide, SUVs made up 54 percent of the 74.6 million new cars sold, according to Global Data. This is an increase in market share from 51 percent in 2023 and 49 per cent in 2022.

Consumers are drawn to SUVs for their perceived practicality and safety, making them particularly appealing to families. But with more choice coming from a wave of new, electrically powered SUVs, impartial buying guidance is invaluable. Euro NCAP’s five-star safety rating system helps consumers compare vehicles more easily and identify the safest choice for their needs.

One rising Chinese auto brand is Honggi and their Hongqi E-HS9 has just earned five stars, but a post-test inspection revealed a small tear in the driver’s airbag, leading to a deduction in head protection scoring. Hongqi has since improved quality checks at both the plant and the airbag supplier.

Meanwhile, Chinese made cars are also doing well with ASEAN NCAP safety ratings and this will be a growing concern for Japanese and Korean made cars.