Chinese automakers are increasingly focusing on Africa's underdeveloped market as they face export restrictions to the United States and Europe. With over a billion people in Africa, these companies are targeting the continent's untapped potential by promoting electric and hybrid vehicles. They are leveraging affordable pricing and local production to gain a foothold amid trade barriers in Western markets. Meanwhile, Chinese electric vehicle brands such as BYD and NIO are also expanding aggressively in Europe, challenging established automakers with competitive pricing, design, and innovation. BYD, in particular, plans to introduce its premium marque Yangwang to the European luxury car market, aiming to compete with brands like Bentley, Porsche, and Ferrari. This would mark BYD as the first Chinese automaker to enter Europe’s top luxury segment. Additionally, Hong Kong is being used as a strategic launchpad for Chinese automakers' global expansion efforts.