This article has been updated with additional photos. As is the case every year, BSCB had the opportunity to attend the China Auto Show in 2026, this time in Beijing. Firstly the Show is now a dual-venue format, held at the old China Exhibition Center (Shunyi Hall) and the adjacent…
Over the years, changes in public policy, economic fluctuations, and business trends have significantly impacted the ways companies operate. Many businesses have been experimenting with leasing or subscription models across many aspects of their businesses to streamline costs and maintain healthy cash flow. While in previous years the switch to…
Reliability matters when buying a full-size SUV. The 2026 Nissan Armada is built for long trips and drivers who want real space with strong performance. It offers modern technology and a more premium feel than many shoppers may expect from a Nissan full-size SUV. Still, one question matters most for…
The Expanding Scope of Automotive Market Analysis Automotive market analysis has traditionally focused on vehicle sales volumes, segment performance, and regional demand shifts. However, a growing body of evidence suggests that post-purchase behavior—particularly in accessories and customization—plays a significant role in understanding modern consumer preferences. While global best-selling models continue…
They stroll the Orem lot. The Jeep is lifted, loud, and just a little overpriced. Three previous owners. Two paint jobs. A decal in the back window that says "Moab 2023." That kind of history sometimes checks out and sometimes does not. Enter a 17-digit VIN into a decoder, and…
The BYD Sealion 7 is the best-selling vehicle in Albania in March. Thanks to CE Auto, today we can share with you exclusive data for Albania. The market is up a spectacular 212.4% year-on-year for the month to 1,315 units, which is more than the Q1 volume of 2025 (1,301).…
The BYD Seal manages its first ever Serbian Top 10 finish in March. Based on data shared with us by our Central European partner CE Auto, the Serbian new car market is up 27.2% year-on-year in March to 3,868 units. This brings the year-to-date tally up 16.3% to 8,093. The…
The Skoda Scala is the 2nd best-selling vehicle in Bosnia & Herzegovina in March. According to our local partner CE Auto, the Bosnian new car market soars 24.8% year-on-year in March to 1,058 sales, meaning the YTD tally is now up 7.7% to 2,633. The Skoda Octavia (+7.2%) remains by…
Second ever podium finish for the Jetour X50. Data by our Central European partner CE Auto show a Moldovan new car market surging 65.8% year-on-year to 1,169 units, leading to a Q1 result up 32.9% to 2,593. The Toyota RAV4 (+163.6%) reclaims the top spot it holds year-to-date but with…
The Fest E-Box M is inside the North Macedonian Top 10 in March. Our local partner CE Auto has the North Macedonian new car market up 8.2% year-on-year in March to 582 sales. Keep in mind though that March 2025 was off -27.4% on the year prior. The Q1 volume…
The BMW X1 ranks #10 in Poland in March. The Polish new passenger car market is euphoric in March at +20.4% year-to-date to 63,900 units. The Q1 volume is up 6.7% to 151,650 as a result. Toyota (+10.6%) disappoints somewhat at 12.8% share vs. 15.5% year-to-date. In a Top 5…
First podium finish at home for the Renault Clio VI. 25/04 update: Now with Top 52 brands and Top 300 models rankings. For the first time since last October, the French new car market is actually up year-on-year in March at a very robust +12.9% to 173,633 units. Keep in…
The Tesla Model Y is the best-selling vehicle in Colombia in March. It's another astonishing month for new vehicle sales in Colombia, up 53.5% year-on-year in March to 28,196 units. The Q1 volume is up 47.9% to 73,776. Brand leader Kia (+65.3%) manages to outpace the galloping market to 14.3%…
The Tesla Model Y is by far the best-selling vehicle in Europe in March. ACEA has the European new car market up a robust 11.1% year-on-year in March to 1,581,169 units, with a Q1 result up 4.1% to 3,521,110. Among the Top 5 markets in March, Germany fares best at…
The Nissan Juke is the best-selling vehicle in Greece in March. New car sales in Greece grow by a robust 15.7% year-on-year in March to 14,710 units, lifting the year-to-date tally into positive territory after three months at +4.9% to 34,812. Toyota (+8.8%) remains by far the most popular carmaker…