Surge in Chinese EVs drives record shipping trade (opens original article in a new tab)

A surge in Chinese electric vehicles has driven record shipping trade at the Port of Melbourne, with a 83% increase in imported cars and record trade volumes despite a slowing economy.

• 83% increase in Chinese car imports over the past year
• Port of Melbourne handled 3.5 million TEU in the last year
• Trade volumes are on track to set another record for the financial year ending June 30