New car sales in Europe fell sharply May Japanese manufacturers struggle 5:37 on June 18
The number of new cars sold in the European market last month fell by more than 50% from the same month of the previous year, and fell again significantly, and sales by Japanese automobile manufacturers continue to be difficult.
According to a summary of industry groups, in the European market, which includes EU and European Union member countries such as Germany and France, and the United Kingdom, the number of new vehicle sales last month was 620,813 units, down 56.8% from the same month of the previous year. It was.
The movement and economic activity were restricted due to the influence of the new coronavirus, and although it improved compared to April, which was a decrease of 78.3%, it has continued to decline significantly.
By manufacturer, Volkswagen, which has the largest market share, decreased by 56.7%, Peugeot Citroen in second place was 59.7%, and Renault in third place was 53.7%.
Sales from Japanese manufacturers have continued to be difficult, with the decline rates being 69.9% for Honda, 66.4% for Nissan, 60.4% for Mazda, 54.5% for Toyota, and 48.1% for Mitsubishi Motors.
In Europe, although the movement to resume economic activity in each country is in full swing, it is unclear when demand will pick up due to the slow recovery of sales volume and concerns about the second wave of infection.