Comprehensive Guide to Automotive Export: From Process to Market Trends
1、 Current Status and Trends of Global Automotive Exports
Current market landscape
In 2023, the total global automobile exports will be approximately 35 million units, with China, Japan, and Germany ranking in the top three. Thanks to the strong performance of new energy vehicles, China has become the world's largest exporter of automobiles for two consecutive years, with an export volume of 4.91 million vehicles in 2023, of which new energy vehicles account for over 25%. This structural change marks the arrival of a new era in automobile exports.

Emerging Trend Analysis
Electrification led: Major global markets have announced a timetable for phasing out gasoline vehicles from 2035 to 2040, driving rapid growth in electric vehicle exports

Intelligent competition: Intelligent cockpit and autonomous driving technology have become new competitive indicators

Supply chain restructuring: Regional supply chains are forming to reduce long-distance dependence

Evolution of trade policies: New regulations such as carbon tariffs and data compliance continue to emerge

2、 Analysis of the entire process of automobile export
Phase 1: Preparation before export
Qualification acquisition:

Registration and filing of export operation rights

Registration of Customs Import and Export Goods Consignee and Consignor

International Quality System Certification (such as IATF 16949)

Target market access certification (EU WVTA, US DOT, etc.)

Product adaptability transformation:

Left and right rudder conversion

Emission standards comply with (Euro 7, National VI, etc.)

Localized configuration adjustment (heating function in cold regions, enhanced cooling system in tropical regions)

Communication protocol adaptation (local vehicle networking requirements)

Phase 2: Logistics and Transportation
Transportation mode selection:

Roll on/roll off shipping: cost-effective, suitable for large quantities, accounting for over 85% of automobile export transportation

Container transportation: suitable for small batches and high-value vehicle models

Land transportation: suitable for exports from neighboring countries (such as China to Central Asia)

Preparation of key documents:

Commercial Invoice

Packing List

Certificate of Origin

Certificate of Quality

Transportation Insurance Policy

Export License (if required)