2019 Overall Asia Region Auto Industry Sales Figures

Asian Passenger Car Sales for 2019

In 2019, the Asian automotive market witnessed negative trends in car sales across different countries. China’s automotive industry remained the largest automobile market globally in 2019. However, car sales experienced a decline for the second consecutive year, down almost 10%. The decline was attributed to factors such as the economic slowdown, trade tensions, government restrictions on vehicle ownership, and changes in subsidy policies for electric vehicles. Despite the decline, China continued to account for a significant portion of global car sales.

Japan’s car market experienced a modest decline in sales in 2019, down 2%. Car sales decreased compared to the previous year due to factors such as the increase in consumption tax, subdued consumer sentiment, and a natural disaster (Typhoon Hagibis) that disrupted production and sales. However, sales of hybrid cars remained relatively stable, and automakers continued to focus on introducing new models with advanced features. The Indian automobile industry faced significant challenges in 2019. Car sales experienced a sharp decline compared to previous years due to factors such as an economic slowdown, liquidity constraints, rising fuel prices, and policy changes. However, there was continued demand for SUVs, and automakers focused on launching new models in this segment. In all, sales dropped almost 13% year on year.