China's new energy vehicle growth transforms the country's motor insurance market
Friday 10 January, 2025
As China continues to lead the way globally in producing and selling new energy vehicles (NEV), the trend has spurred a sixfold increase in related insurance premiums for this segment in just the past five years alone, according to a new AM Best report. NEV premiums now represent 11.5% of China’s total motor insurance business, momentum that AM Best expects to continue as a key element of future market growth. However, the higher claims frequency and repairs costs associated with NEVs are posing a challenge for small and medium-sized insurers when it comes to profitability.