- Despite a series of recommendations from the Chinese government urging motorists and manufacturers to turn to low-emission vehicles, only 7,748 hybrid and electric vehicles were sold in China in the first quarter of 2013, of which 4033 hybrid "classic" , 2874 301 electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids.

- Such a low level of sales is achieved even though  buyers of plug-in electric and electric vehicles are eligible for a bonus of 60,000 Yuan (7,420 euros) and 50,000 Yuan (6,180 euros), respectively. In contrast, Chinese motorists acquiring a "classic" hybrid model receive a premium of only 3,000 Yuan (370 euros).

- In comparison, Japan has purchased 154,234 hybrid and electric vehicles in the first quarter of 2013. Europe bought on its side15,000 such vehicles in the same period and the USA 150,000 vehicles.

- Despite the high premium level offered, hybrid and electric vehicles are on low demand in China. An immature market (equipment market and not renewal) market,  a non adequate product offer, and prices too high (in comparison with combustion engine  vehicles) may explain the poor sales of such vehicles in China.

- The environmental plan of the Chinese government, however, could help boost sales in the coming years.