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Norway April 2024: Volvo EX30 posts first ever win – Best Selling Cars Blog
The Volvo EX30 is the best-selling vehicle in Norway in April. New car sales in Norway gain 25.2% year-on-year in April to 11,241 units, but the year-to-date tally remains in negative at -11% to 33,493. BEV sales climb 34.5% to 10,051 and 89.4% share vs. 83.3% in April 2023 and 74.2% two years ago.
Denmark April 2024: Renault Megane E-Tech scores first win in market surging 27% – Best Selling Cars Blog
The Renault Megane E-Tech signs its first ever monthly win in the word. The Danish new car market is up a splendid 27% year-on-year in April to 15,323 sales, tilting the year-to-date tally into positive at +0.4% and 52,244 units. Peugeot (+743.2%) spectacularly takes the lead of the brands ranking,
Sweden April 2024: Volvo places four models in Top 5, sales up 6.7% – Best Selling Cars Blog
The Volvo XC60 is the most popular vehicle in Sweden in April. New car sales in Sweden gain 6.7% year-on-year in April to 21,977 units, yet the year-to-date tally remains in negative at -2.5% to 81,799. Rechargeable cars hold 56.9% of the market vs. 55.7% a year ago, but EV sales drop -1.8% to 6,801
Ireland April 2024: Volkswagen passes Toyota in market off -3.6% – Best Selling Cars Blog
The VW Tiguan ranks #3 in Ireland in April. New car sales in Ireland edge down -3.6% year-on-year in April to 8,591 units, leading to a year-to-date cume up 6% to 71,110. Strikingly, 6 of the Top 7 carmakers are in positive. Volkswagen (+35.7%) and Hyundai (+70.9%) stun on the podium while Toyota (+
Netherlands April 2024: Kia Niro best-seller, Volvo EX40 lands at #6 – Best Selling Cars Blog
The Volvo EX40 lands directly at #6 for the month. The Dutch new car market skids -3.8% year-on-year in April to 28,432 sales, however the year-to-date volume remains in positive at +2.1% to 130,146. HEVs hold 44.3% share thanks to 12,608 sales, while BEVs are at 32% with 9,092 units, petrol at 21%
Brazil April 2024: VW Polo (+105.1%), Saveiro (+70.5%), Fiat Argo (+57.1%) highlight market surging 37.2% – Best Selling Cars Blog
VW Saveiro sales are up 70.5% year-on-year in April. The Brazilian new light vehicle market surges by a splendid 37.2% year-on-year in April to 208,078 units. This brings the year-to-date tally up 17.5% to 691,3700. Although a great performance, we remain over 100,000 units or -13.7% below the 801,3
Argentina April 2024: Peugeot 208 #1, Toyota Yaris, Corolla Cross and Corolla surge – Best Selling Cars Blog
The Peugeot 208 is the best-selling vehicle in Argentina in April. The Argentinean new light vehicle market dramatically slows down its fall this month to -5.5% and 31,018 sales vs. -36.4% in March. The year-to-date tally is now down -24.2% to 111,596. The Top 2 manufacturers defy the negative marke
Italy April 2024: Sales back in positive at +7.5%, BEVs off -19.6%, Citroen C3, Toyota Yaris shine – Best Selling Cars Blog
Citroen C3 sales are up 348% year-on-year in April. New car sales in Italy are back into positive territory in April at +7.5% year-on-year to 135,353 units. The year-to-date tally is up 6.1% to 586,665 but down -17.7% over the same period in pre-pandemic 2019. Private sales outrun the market at +13.
Australia April 2024: Another record market, Toyota RAV4 and Ford Everest at all-time high – Best Selling Cars Blog
The Toyota RAV4 is the best-selling vehicle in Australia for the third time ever. The Australian new vehicle market breaks its April record at 97,202 units, up a whopping 18.3% year-on-year and eclipsing the previous best of 92,347 established in 2021. This is the 10th monthly record over the past 1
Media post: A Complete Guide to Handling Car Accident Claims – Best Selling Cars Blog
No one wants to be in a car accident. Such unfortunate events can not only damage the vehicle but can lead to lifelong health complications for the people involved. That’s why everyone should follow traffic laws to the best of their ability. However, accidents can still happen due to unforeseen circ
Media post: Which Age Group in FL Causes the Highest Rate of Car Accidents? – Best Selling Cars Blog
Traffic accidents are a significant concern in Florida, a state known for its bustling roads and diverse demographic of drivers. Understanding the age group that is most involved in these mishaps is crucial for developing preventive measures. Records indicate that different age groups exhibit varyin
Media post: The Role of Driver Fatigue in Semi-Truck Accidents – Best Selling Cars Blog
Driver fatigue is a significant factor in semi-truck accidents, often resulting in severe outcomes due to the large size and mass of commercial vehicles. The demanding schedules and long hours associated with the trucking industry create an environment where tiredness can undermine a driver's reacti
Spain April 2024: Citroen C3, Toyota Yaris outstanding in market up 23.1% – Best Selling Cars Blog
The Citroen C3 is up 234% year-on-year in April. The Spanish new car market bounces back up 23.1% year-on-year in April to a round 92,000 units, leading to a year-to-date cume up 7.8% to 336,726. Note this is still 23% below the pre-pandemic 2019 4 months result. Sales to rental companies surge 60.2
New Caledonia (France) Full Year 2023: Podium 100% pickups, Isuzu D-Max up 154.9% – Best Selling Cars Blog
The Isuzu D-Max is up to #2 in New Caledonia in 2023. Discover 20 years of New Caledonian Historical Data here. The New Caledonian new light vehicle market edges up 2.7% year-on-year in 2023 to 8,564 units. Toyota (+0.7%) easily remains in the brands lead but sees its market share slide slightly fro
Iceland April 2024: Dacia Duster ultra dominant, Hyundai #1 brand – Best Selling Cars Blog
The Hyundai i10 is up to #2 in Iceland in April. The Icelandic new car market slows its fall from -71% in March to -16.4% in April at 1,362 sales. This is almost as much as the entire Q1 volume. Year-to-date sales are down -46.4% to 2,747. This month Hyundai (+213.9%) surges ahead to take the brands
Serbia March 2024: Citroen C3 up to #2 – Best Selling Cars Blog
The Citroen C3 is up to 2nd place in Serbia in March. Based on data shared with us by our Central European partner CE Auto, the Serbian new car market soars 18.2% year-on-year to 3,212 sales in March. This way, the Q1 volume is up 19% to 7,401. The Skoda Octavia (+71.7%) marks a 5th consecutive mont
Europe March 2024: Toyota (+9%), BMW (+9.4%) impress in negative market, Dacia Sandero #1 over Q1 – Best Selling Cars Blog
Toyota remains the 2nd best-selling carmaker in Europe. 1/05 update: Now with Top 90 All brands and Top 489 All models (source JATO Dynamics) 25/04 update: Now with Top 25 models (source JATO Dynamics) According to preliminary data from ACEA, the European new car market (EU+EFTA+UK) is down -2.8% ye
Bosnia & Herzegovina March 2024: Skoda Octavia and Fabia lead again, Toyota Yaris #3 – Best Selling Cars Blog
The Toyota Yaris climbs on the Bosnian podium for the first time in a year. Our Central European partner CE Auto has the Bosnian new car market edging down -5.5% year-on-year in March to 1,039 sales. However thanks to a strong start of the year the Q1 volume is in positive at +5.4% to 2,751. The Sko
Beijing Auto Show 2024 highlights Part 3: the most impressive Chinese brands – Best Selling Cars Blog
Zeekr 007 We have covered the noticeable foreign and Chinese brands at the Beijing Auto Show, but we have kept the best for last. Here are the three most impressive brands at the Show, that happen to be all Chinese. Another proof that the Chinese market is moving at breakneck speed, two of these bra
Slovakia March 2024: Nissan and Qashqai defy market off -12.4% – Best Selling Cars Blog
Nissan sales are up 188.1% year-on-year in March. The Slovak new car market is hit -12.4% year-on-year in March to 7,754 sales, yet the Q1 volume remains in positive at +5.6% to 23,391. Strikingly, the Top 4 brands all fall faster than the market with double-digit drops. Skoda (-19.4%) is down to 18
North Macedonia March 2024: Fiat Panda surprise best-seller – Best Selling Cars Blog
The Fiat Panda is the best-selling vehicle in North Macedonia in March. According to data shared with us by our Eastern European partner CE Auto, the North Macedonian new car market lodges another stellar performance in March at +41.4% to 741 sales after surging 69% last month. The Q1 volume is up 3
Moldova March 2024: Dacia Duster #1 again, BMW X5 in Top 10 – Best Selling Cars Blog
The BMW X5 ranks #9 in Moldova in March. Data by our Central European market data partner CE Auto shows a Moldovan new car market up 11.9% year-on-year in March to 752 units, leading to a Q1 tally up 10.9% to 1,896. Two models dominate again. The Dacia Duster (+15.2%) is #1 for the 5th straight mont
Singapore March 2024: Toyota back to #1, BYD up 13-fold – Best Selling Cars Blog
BYD holds 14.5% of the Singaporean market in March. New car sales in Singapore 42.1% year-on-year in March to 3,508 unit, leading to a year-to-date tally up 25.7% to 8,162. Toyota (+4%) reclaims the brands top spot despite a very weak uptick, toppling BYD which is up another 13-fold year-on-year to
Media post: Tips to Being a Safe Truck Driver: Essential Safety Practices on the Road – Best Selling Cars Blog
Truck driving is a profession that demands high levels of responsibility and adherence to safety practices. Operating large commercial vehicles requires skill, attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to the rules of the road. As a truck driver, ensuring one's own safety, as well as the saf
Media post: Luxury on Wheels: Rent a Mercedes in Dubai – Best Selling Cars Blog
As one of the locations for luxurious experiences, Dubai offers tourists the opportunity to indulge in mind-blowing activities. This includes viewing the city from the top floors of the Burj Khalifa, surfing the Kite Beach, or taking a tour around Palm Jumeirah. However, you may need to rent a car t
Beijing Auto Show 2024 Highlights Part 2: the Chinese brands – Best Selling Cars Blog
Hyper SSR It's now time to go through the noticeable Chinese brands at home, the Beijing Auto Show. These are classified in alphabetical order, so no particular preferences here. The 3 most impressive Chinese brands at the show will be revealed in a separate article. The main takeaway is that there
Media post: Road Trip Ready: Essential Checks Before you Hit the Highway – Best Selling Cars Blog
A road trip can be the perfect way to explore new places, make lasting memories, and enjoy a sense of adventure. However, the success of your journey largely depends on the preparation you do before you ever leave your driveway. Ensuring your vehicle is in top shape and that you're fully prepared ca
Beijing Auto Show 2024: Highlights Part 1 – Best Selling Cars Blog
Toyota bZ3X Arriving in Beijing for what is my first time in China in 5 years, the most striking feat is of course how different the cars are in the street. At Chinese speed, 5 years are actually equivalent to maybe 10-15 years in the rest of the world. So I needed a refresh badly, even though I tha
Media post: This is How the Motor City of Detroit was Born – Best Selling Cars Blog
What people associate with "The Motor City" would have been quite different if there had been a different turn of events, a shift in the boardroom, or a few more sales at an automaker that was once promising but is now long gone. How Detroit Became The Motor City of the US Through the greatest econ
BSCB is headed to Beijing! – Best Selling Cars Blog
For the first time in 5 years, BSCB will be able to visit the biggest Auto Show in the world: Auto China! This year it is held in Beijing, and I will report on it in detail when the press days are over. Internet connection is unpredictable in China and some websites may be blocked so expect a few da
Colombia March 2024: Toyota Corolla Cross repeats at #1, now also #1 YTD in depleted market – Best Selling Cars Blog
The Toyota Corolla Cross is now #1 year-to-date in Colombia. Holy week celebrations hit the Colombian new car market further in March at -22.6% year-on-year to 13,361 sales. Keep in mind March 2023 was already off -17.2% on the year prior. The Q1 volume is off -14.4% to 40,567. Toyota (-10.5%) resis
Slovenia March 2024: Citroen (+85.9%), Hyundai (+58.2%) stand out in stable market – Best Selling Cars Blog
The Citroen C3 ranks #4 in March in Slovenia. Next generation pictured. The Slovenian new car market is almost immobile in March, up 1 unit year-on-year to 5,272 sales. The Q1 volume is up 4% to 13,993. Volkswagen (-15.3%) endures the biggest drop in the Top 9 but easily remains in the lead with 13.
Europe March 2024: Toyota (+8.6%), BMW (+7.7%) impress in negative market – Best Selling Cars Blog
Toyota remains the 2nd best-selling carmaker in Europe. According to preliminary data from ACEA, the European new car market (EU+EFTA+UK) is down -2.8% year-on-year in March to 1,383,410 units vs. 1,423,222 a year ago in March 2023. The Q1 volume is up 4.9% to 3,395,049, 158,500 more sales than over
Uruguay March 2024: Chevrolet #1, Renault (+24.5%), BYD (+212.9%) shine – Best Selling Cars Blog
Renault now ranks #3 year-to-date in Uruguay. Pictured: the new Kardian. New light vehicle sales in Uruguay skid -12.3% year-on-year in March to 4,634 units. Yes thanks to a strong start of the year the Q1 tally remains in positive at +5.9% to 13,484. The entire brands podium defies the negative mar
Media post: Fun Hobbies for Car Lovers – Best Selling Cars Blog
Do you spend a lot of your time driving or thinking about cars? There are many people who consider themselves “petrol heads” and will see this as a big part of their personality. If you have a passion for all things car-related and driving, you might wonder what some good hobbies are. You can’t spen
China retail March 2024: BYD smashes VW, places 3 models in Top 4, Mazda only foreigner in positive – Best Selling Cars Blog
First Top 10 finish for the BYD Destroyer 05. The selection of models including in this update drop -6.1% year-on-year in March to reach a retail sales figure of 1,469,639 units. The year-to-date tally is still in positive however at +14.2% to 4,634,280 thanks to a fantastic January result (+68.1%).
China imports March 2024: Lexus (+47.7%), Mini (+16%), Toyota (+14.1%) impress in declining market (-16.5%) – Best Selling Cars Blog
Mini sales buck the negative trend in March. Sales of new imported cars in China skid -16.5% year-on-year in March to 52,807 units, leading to a year-to-date volume down -7.3% to 161,152. Lexus (+47.7%) easily repeats as the #1 brand and catches up on a weak yer-ago performance. Mercedes (-36.9%) fr
China new models March 2024: Li Mega and Tank 700 launch – Best Selling Cars Blog
Li Auto Mega It's now time to study the newcomers in the Chinese wholesales charts. This month we have 8 new models hitting dealerships, 7 of them Chinese. This again illustrate the dynamism of domestic brands vs. foreign once. To fully understand the scope of the Chinese market, make sure you consu
Pakistan March 2024: Honda overtakes Toyota – Best Selling Cars Blog
The Honda Civic is estimated to rank #2 in Pakistan in March. New locally produced light vehicle sales in Pakistan edge up 0.3% year-on-year in March to 9,379 units. This is a poor result given March 2023 was off -65.6% on the year prior. The Q1 volume is up 14% to 29,624 sales. This is according to
Mauritius Full Year 2023: Suzuki distant leader, Mazda (+82%) and BMW (+50.3%) shine in record market – Best Selling Cars Blog
Mazda sales are up 82% year-on-year in 2023. The Mauritius new car market soars 16.5% year-on-year in 2023 to a record 14,295 units, beating the previous record of 12,271 established just last year. Suzuki (+25%) tightens its grip on the brands ranking, ascending to 20.4% share vs. 12.6% for the #2,