First Top 10 finish in Moldova for the Jetour X50. Data by our Central European partner CE Auto shows a Moldovan new car market up a solid 8.9% year-on-year in July to 1,013 units, leading to a year-to-date volume up 7.5% to 5,723. The Kia Sportage (+48.6%) confirms it is…
The Skoda Kamiq is the best-selling vehicle in North Macedonia in July. Based on data shared with us by our Central European partner CE Auto, the North Macedonian new car market sinks -18.3% year-on-year in July to 624 units, keeping in mind July 2024 was up 56.6% on the year…
AITO is among the Top 10 brands in China for the first time in July. Today we can share with you All brands and All models retail sales data for China in June. After shooting up 22.7% in June, the Chinese retail market drastically slows down its growth in July,…
Customization has become a buzzword in the world of car design, offering consumers more choices than ever before. From sleek exteriors to plush interiors, vehicle customization allows owners to create a car that feels uniquely their own. Much like how individuals design their own personal spaces or even print invitations…
New Zealand's automotive industry has long been a key player in the country's economy, contributing significantly to employment, trade, and innovation. As the world grapples with economic uncertainty, local automotive businesses are faced with a variety of challenges that require agility, foresight, and adaptation. From the rise of electric vehicles…
1931 Bugatti 49 Cabriolet You can check car parc data for France from 1894 to 1934 here On the recommendation of French weekly Auto Plus I had the pleasure of visiting the National Automobile Museum in Mulhouse, in France's eastern Alsace region. This is simply the largest automobile museum in…
The Mercedes Maybach S-Class is the 8th best-selling import in China in July. Another dismal month for import sales in China, a disappearing species. They are off -20.3% to 44,545 for the month and down -12.9% to 324,677 year-to-date. Leader Lexus (-5.5%) once again beats the market to remain a…
Most cars cost a significant amount of money, so it’s important to find affordable ways to take care of your investment. Maintaining your vehicle doesn’t have to be expensive or overly time-consuming if you’re proactive about regular tune-ups and long-term care. There are many budget-friendly ways to look after your…
The GWM Poer is up to 4th place in Ecuador in July. New vehicle sales in Ecuador surge 31.8% year-on-year in July to 11,607 units, the best monthly result since March 2024 and the highest July since 2019. This tilts the year-to-date tally into positive territory at +1.4% to 66,949.…
First French Top 10 finish for the Dacia Bigster 25/08 update: Now with Top 50 All brands and Top 300 models rankings. Mediocre results again in France, with July volumes down another -7.7% year-on-year to 116,377. This is the lowest July on record since 2022 (107,547) which itself was the…
Today we continue on our series of Test Drives from France. One vehicle that has intrigued me since its launch is the Fiat Grande Panda. Released exclusively as a BEV first, it failed to make any impact on the market, notably in Italy when it sold just a couple of…
The Toyota Yaris Cross is the third most popular vehicle in Cyprus in July. Based on data shared with us by our local partners SEMO Cyprus and INNOSOFT, new car sales in Cyprus progress 5.7% year-on-year in July to 1,438 units, however the year-to-date tally remains in negative territory at…
The BYD Song Plus is the most popular vehicle in Ukraine in July. The Full Year 2024 article has been updated with Top 97 All brands and Top 505 All models. Ukraine is back on BSCB, now with complete brands and models rankings, returning to pre-invasion coverage. The market is…
The Suzuki Fronx lands directly at #5 for its first full month of sales. New vehicle sales in New Zealand soar 23.8% year-on-year in July to 11,671 units, leading to a year-to-date tally up 4% to 75,108. Passenger vehicles (cars and SUVs) are up 20.3% to 7,635 for the month…
The Chevrolet Cobalt is the favourite of Kazakh buyers in July. Complete May and June data is also included in this article. 20,165 new vehicles found a buyer in Kazakhstan in July, a solid 10.5% year-on-year improvement. The year-to-date tally fares even better at +23.3% to 125,034. This month Chevrolet…