Last year's new car sales decreased by 5% from the previous year, the lowest level in 45 years

The number of new cars sold in the country last year was over 4.2 million units, down 5% from the previous year.

Due to the global shortage of semiconductors and the spread of the new coronavirus infection, it was the lowest level in 45 years since 1977.

According to a summary by the Japan Automobile Dealers Association, etc., the number of new cars sold in Japan last year was 4,201,321 units, a decrease of 5.5% compared to the previous year, marking the fourth consecutive year of decline. rice field.

In addition to the global shortage of semiconductors, restrictions on going out in China due to the spread of the new coronavirus have hindered procurement of parts from suppliers, and automakers were forced to reduce production. It was the lowest level in 45 years since 1977.

Looking at the breakdown,

▽ Ordinary cars and trucks decreased by 8.3% from the previous year to 2,563,184 units

▽ Light vehicles decreased by 0.9% to 1,638,137 units.

Regarding the future outlook, an industry group said, ``The situation is extremely complicated, with the effects of delays in the procurement of semiconductors and parts still continuing.