The new generation lifts Hyundai Accent sales up. New car sales in Saudi Arabia gain 4.9% year-on-year in July to 61,842 units, with the year-to-date volume now up 6.1% to 429,020. Like in the UAE, Toyota (-3.7%) trails the market but manages a very solid 31.7% share vs. 28.6% so…
The Toyota Hilux is the best-selling vehicle in the UAE in July. The UAE new car market lifts 5.2% year-on-year in July to 22,498 sales, leading to a year-to-date tally up 9.9% to 168,169. Once again Toyota (-4%) can't benefit from the market growth but still posts a very strong…
The Suzuki S-Cross is the best-selling vehicle in Hungary in July. 22/08 update: Now with Top 107 year-to-date models. 8,525 new passenger cars found a Hungarian buyer in July, a shy 2.2% year-on-year increase. This is to be compared with the 15,285 sales of pre-pandemic July 2019. So far in…
Fiat sales are up 74.1% year-on-year in July. New light vehicle sales in Uruguay edge up 4% year-on-year in July to 4,866 units. This means the year-to-date tally is now up 8.2% to 33,417. Chevrolet (-26.4%) continues to hold the brands top spot despite a severe year-on-year fall. Fiat (+74.1%)…
It is now time to study the latest launches on the Chinese market, based on wholesales. This month we have seven new models hitting Chinese roads. Five of them are Chinese. To fully understand the scope of the Chinese market, make sure you consult our Exclusive Guide to all 184…
Jetour sales are up 408.8% year-on-year in July. Complete June figures are also included in the data section of this article. The Kazakh new vehicle market edges down -3% year-on-year in July to 18,246 units, tilting the year-to-date tally into negative territory at -0.7% to 101,404. The top 3 manufacturers…
Cupra Born German private buyers bought 81,486 new cars in July, a 34.2% private sales ratio (PSR) and a 7.4% year-on-year improvement. The July 2023 PSR was 31.2%. Year-to-date, total private sales add up to 550,589 for a 32.2% PSR vs. 31.9% a year ago and a 5.2% year-on-year lift. The…
The Toyota Yaris is the most popular vehicle in Greece in July. Greek new car sales edge down -1.4% year-on-year in July to 12,205 units, but the year-to-date tally remains frankly in positive at +9% to 90,225. Toyota (+27%) posts another very satisfying score at 18.9% share vs. 17% so…
The BYD Seal ranks #15 in Indonesia in July. Indonesian wholesales drop -7.8% year-on-year in July to 74,160 units, leading to a year-to-date tally off -17.4% or over 100,000 units to 484,235. Meanwhile retail sales perform markedly better at -1% to 75,608 but are down -12.2% year-to-date to 508,050. Toyota…
The Kia Stonic is back to the Cyprus top spot in July. According to our local partners SEMO Cyprus and INNOSOFT, the Cyprus new car market is off a harsh -19.3% year-on-year to 1,360 units. The year-to-date tally however up 8.9% to 10,150. Kia (-38.9%) easily remains on top of the…
Effective fleet management is crucial for businesses that depend on transportation, as fleet performance directly affects profitability. Whether you're managing a large trucking company or operating a small delivery service, neglecting essential tasks in fleet management could lead to increased operational costs, diminished productivity, and safety risks. By proactively taking…
Photo by Robson Hatsukami Morgan from Unsplash For seven decades, the automobile has served as a central plot point in the story of what it means to live, learn, and grow as an undergraduate. Whether it’s the drive-ins of the 1950s, the alternative cultures of the early 1970s, or the…
In early January, at the CES 2024 technology conference in Las Vegas, several auto companies announced upgrades to infotainment systems. This also includes ChatGPT integration in new Volkswagen vehicles. Automakers are teaming up with big tech companies to add features that make driving easier, more comfortable, and enjoyable. So, for…
Whether new or old, Toyota Landcruisers are unstoppable when it comes to offroading! Farmers, game rangers, and off-road enthusiasts alike will all confirm this. From tackling tough climbs to navigating muddy terrain, you’ll have no issues cruising the outback of Australia with a Toyota Landcruiser. However, there are some things…
Iran Khodro Tara It's time to study production data for Iran over the First Half of 2024. Note production figures are very close to sales data as exports are minimal. The models with available data add up to 495,207 units over the period, a harsh -10.5% year-on-year fall. Peugeot-branded vehicles,…