Electric vehiclesCompanies seek to expand EV market in Japan, with Japanese production under considerationAutobacs operates approximately 1,200 stores in the world and sells not only automotive accessories but also used cars. Chery ranked 12th globally in new vehicle sales in 2025. (Nikkei montage/Source photo by Reuters)RISAKO KOJIMA and RYOSUKE HANADATOKYO -- Chinese automaker Chery and Japanese auto parts retailer Autobacs Seven will jointly sell electric vehicles in Japan from 2027.