Like cars, Chinese motorcycles out to conquer Europe
The Daily Star (Economy) · ৭ নভে, ২০২৬
Just as with electric cars, Chinese motorcycle brands are roaring into European markets, with high-performance, cut‑price models starting to make a name for themselves.
পুরো খবরটি পড়ুনThe Daily Star (Economy)-এর ওয়েবসাইটে খুলবেমূল কথা
The Daily Star (Economy)-এর প্রতিবেদন থেকে হুবহু উদ্ধৃত
- At EICMA in Milan, Europe’s biggest motorcycle show, visitors were jostling on Friday around the stand of CFMoto, one of the main Chinese brands sold in Europe.
- The firm from Hangzhou has gained attention by producing engines and assembling models for Austria’s KTM, then by winning two Moto3 (250cc) championships in 2024 and 2026.
- In 2025 China became the EU’s second-largest supplier of motorcycles, behind Japan, accounting for 27.1 percent of imports with sales at one billion euros, according to a report published Thursday by the European Association of Motorcycle Manufacturers (ACEM).
বিসিএস ও ভর্তি পরীক্ষা তথ্য ছক (Exam Fact Sheet)
হাই-ইল্ড ডেটাপ্রিলিমিনারি নৈর্ব্যক্তিক ও লিখিত রচনায় কোটেশনযোগ্য সুনির্দিষ্ট পরিসংখ্যান
| ধরন | তথ্য | প্রতিবেদনের যে বাক্য থেকে নেওয়া |
|---|---|---|
Figure | 27.1 percent | “In 2025 China became the EU’s second-largest supplier of motorcycles, behind Japan, accounting for 27.1 percent of imports with sales at one billion euros, according to a report published Thursday by the European Association of Motorcycle Manufacturers (ACEM).” |
শব্দভাণ্ডার ও বাস্তব প্রয়োগ ছক (Vocabulary Matrix)
5টি মূল শব্দএই প্রতিবেদন থেকে বাছাই করা শব্দ: অর্থ, উচ্চারণ ও প্রতিবেদনে ব্যবহার
An open-seated motor vehicle with handlebars instead of a steering wheel, and having two (or sometimes three) wheels.
Synonyms: bike, chopper, cycle, moped
“Just as with electric cars, Chinese motorcycle brands are roaring into European markets, with high-performance, cut‑price models starting to make a name for themselves.”
To bump into or brush against while in motion; to push aside.
“At EICMA in Milan, Europe’s biggest motorcycle show, visitors were jostling on Friday around the stand of CFMoto, one of the main Chinese brands sold in Europe.”
Having, or capable of exerting power, potency or influence.
Synonyms: forceful, mightful, mighty, powersome
“Fans of BMW, Honda and Ducati came to Milan to admire a powerful model fitted with winglets, as well as the off‑road machine ridden by the brand’s new ambassador, Spanish rider Mario Roman.”
Someone who visits someone else; someone staying as a guest.
“At EICMA in Milan, Europe’s biggest motorcycle show, visitors were jostling on Friday around the stand of CFMoto, one of the main Chinese brands sold in Europe.”
A little wing.
Synonyms: sharklet
“Fans of BMW, Honda and Ducati came to Milan to admire a powerful model fitted with winglets, as well as the off‑road machine ridden by the brand’s new ambassador, Spanish rider Mario Roman.”
Words chosen from this story. English meanings: Wiktionary (CC BY-SA), via the Free Dictionary API.
IELTS Reading practice
Read the passage, then answer the questions. Every answer is in the passage.
Just as with electric cars, Chinese motorcycle brands are roaring into European markets, with high-performance, cut‑price models starting to make a name for themselves.
At EICMA in Milan, Europe’s biggest motorcycle show, visitors were jostling on Friday around the stand of CFMoto, one of the main Chinese brands sold in Europe.
The firm from Hangzhou has gained attention by producing engines and assembling models for Austria’s KTM, then by winning two Moto3 (250cc) championships in 2024 and 2026.
Fans of BMW, Honda and Ducati came to Milan to admire a powerful model fitted with winglets, as well as the off‑road machine ridden by the brand’s new ambassador, Spanish rider Mario Roman.
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Question 1: Choose the correct answer.
1.The firm from Hangzhou has gained attention by producing engines and assembling models for Austria’s KTM, then by winning two Moto3 (250cc) championships in _____ and 2026.
Question 2: Complete the sentence. Write ONE WORD from the passage.
2.Just as with electric cars, Chinese _____ brands are roaring into European markets, with high-performance, cut‑price models starting to make a name for themselves.
Questions 3–4: Do the following statements agree with the passage? Choose TRUE or FALSE.
3.At EICMA in Milan, Europe’s biggest motorcycle show, visitors were jostling on Tuesday around the stand of CFMoto, one of the main Chinese brands sold in Europe.
4.Fans of BMW, Honda and Ducati came to Milan to admire a powerful model fitted with winglets, as well as the off‑road machine ridden by the brand’s new ambassador, Spanish rider Mario Roman.
Writing practice
IELTS Writing Task 2 style · Topic: Football
Football is the most popular sport in the world. Why do you think it attracts so many fans, and is this popularity a good thing?
Write a short answer of 4–5 sentences (30–250 words). State your opinion clearly, give a reason, and use a fact from this story as an example.
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