Featured by Reuters: Chinese automakers make tech-led pitch for Europe's premium car market

Featured by Reuters: Chinese automakers make tech-led pitch for Europe's premium car market

Brad Kuntz • October 16, 2026
Brad Kuntz • October 16, 2026

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This article was originally published by Reuters and was written by Nick Carey and Christina Amann.

Chinese automakers are expanding their presence in Europe's luxury automotive market, challenging established European brands with a new definition of premium vehicles centered on advanced technology rather than traditions. At the 2026 Paris Motor Show, brands such as Avatr, Denza, and Aito showcased high-end electric vehicles featuring advancements to both comfort and functionality. While European manufacturers continue to benefit from decades of brand recognition and consumer loyalty, Chinese automakers are betting that technology-driven innovation and competitive pricing will help them gain ground in the market.


Brad Kuntz shared his perspective with Reuters, highlighting how Chinese automakers are reshaping traditional perceptions of luxury in the automotive industry, calling attention to the growing distinction between the craftsmanship and heritage historically associated with European luxury vehicles and the technology-driven sophistication emerging in the EV market.


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"You've got that old bespoke luxury of European cars of years ago. But in the EV world you've got more of the elegance being built in from a technology standpoint."

—Brad Kuntz, Partner, Industrials

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"You've got that old bespoke luxury of European cars of years ago. But in the EV world you've got more of the elegance being built in from a technology standpoint."

—Brad Kuntz, Partner, Industrials

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