China became a net vehicle vehicle exporter for the first time in 2005, according to Reuters, citing the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers.

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In total the country exported 172,800 cars in 2005, up 120% on a year earlier. Imports reached 161,900 units.


The exports are mainly low-cost models for developing markets, produced by makers such as Chery, Geely and Great Wall.

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