China has reported its exports of passenger cars surged 80% in June from a year earlier, while domestic sales sank 26%, according to an industry group.

Car sales in China fell for a ninth consecutive month in June as automakers increasingly turn to export markets to cushion the impact of sluggish local demand.

China's car sales have declined for nine consecutive months, impacting domestic demand significantly. Automakers are now increasingly focusing on export markets to offset these…