China’s domestic electric vehicle manufacturers are expanding their footprint in Canada, following Tesla’s lead in the market. Companies like BYD, Chery, and Geely are establishing a stronger presence, with plans to soon begin selling their vehicles in the country. While Tesla remains the dominant player in Chinese EV imports, these automakers are actively positioning themselves as key competitors. Their growing visibility signals a shift in Canada’s electric vehicle landscape as more brands seek to capture market share.


While Tesla has led the way on China EV imports so far, domestic China automakers BYD, Chery and Geely are building a more visible presence in Canada while inching toward launching sales.