What does 'parallel' mean in parallel imported cars?

[StJayden]

The meaning of 'parallel' in parallel imported cars should be: of the same level, without subordinate relationship. Here is relevant information: 1. Parallel imported cars, the full name is parallel trade imported cars, referred to as parallel trade cars. They refer to cars that are purchased by traders from overseas markets and introduced into the Chinese market for sale without the authorization of the brand manufacturer. Due to different import locations, they can be divided into 'American specification cars', 'Middle East version cars', 'Canadian version cars', 'European version cars', etc., which are different from the 'Chinese specification cars' sold through authorized channels. 2. The so-called 'parallel import' is relative to the concept of 'Chinese specification cars', referring to imports directly from the product's origin by other importers besides the general distributor, and its import channel is 'parallel' to the domestic authorized distribution channel.