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🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The car manufacturer that sells its new cars in installments at 0% interest and allows the first installment to be paid after 60 days

Chevrolet has launched its 'Chevrolet Season' sales campaign, allowing customers to start paying their first installment for purchased vehicles 60 days after signing up, with options for zero interest financing.

Mar 3 • 03:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Growth of car sales in Europe stalled in January - These were the most purchased

Car sales growth in Europe halted in January with a 3.5% decline in new registrations.

Mar 2 • 15:29 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Electric car sales set another record

Electric car sales in Denmark hit a record high in February, according to Mobility Denmark, with 94.4% of new cars registered being electric.

Mar 1 • 09:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The prices of new cars are dropping, lack of minerals in the USA, and a boom in emerging markets

New car prices in Poland are declining alongside a drop in sales, prompting manufacturers to offer significant discounts; meanwhile, a shortage of key rare minerals in the USA is affecting production.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Car sales surged in Estonia

Estonia experienced a significant increase in new car sales despite a downturn in the European auto market.

Feb 25 • 07:45 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

New car sales in the EU fell in January, but Škoda performed well

New car sales in the European Union saw a decline in January, contrasting with Škoda's positive performance during the same period.

Feb 24 • 12:20 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

EU: New car sales down by 3.9% in January - Electric vehicle market share at 19.3%

New car sales in the EU fell by 3.9% in January year-over-year, while electric vehicles made up 19.3% of the market share.

Feb 24 • 08:12 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Leasing company head: the new car registration fee often remains the seller's responsibility

The head of SEB Leasing notes that despite a slight increase in new car sales in January, there are indications of market recovery in Estonia.

Feb 14 • 16:16 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

In which provinces were the most cars purchased in 2025

In 2025, Argentina experienced significant growth in new and used car sales, with an analysis revealing which provinces led in purchases relative to population.

Feb 8 • 03:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

One in every six new vehicles registered in 2026 is electrified, and 35% are made in Brazil

In Brazil, electrified vehicles accounted for 16.8% of all new car sales in 2026, marking the highest proportion ever recorded, with 35% of those being manufactured locally.

Feb 6 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Only seven new petrol-powered cars sold in Norway in January

Norway recorded the sale of only seven new petrol cars in January, highlighting a significant shift towards electric vehicles with over 2,000 battery electric vehicles sold during the same period.

Feb 6 • 10:20 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

These are the best-selling cars in Croatia in January. Hybrids are the most sought after

In January, Croatia saw a decrease of 11.5% in new passenger car registrations compared to January 2025, with Škoda leading sales at 515 units.

Feb 4 • 16:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

In 2025, the best-selling car brand was Toyota

In 2025, the most sold new cars in Estonia were from Toyota, with significant sales also from Škoda and Renault, amidst a general decline in total car sales compared to the previous year.

Feb 4 • 11:31 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Chinese brands drive new car sales in Europe

The European passenger car market is entering 2026 boosted by rising demand following a recent increase in dealership activity after a decline in the first three quarters of the year.

Feb 3 • 11:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Life & Tech

Toyota KINTO President Explores Ways to Accelerate Its Use Beyond Traditional Car Sales

Toyota's KINTO subscription service is gaining traction after initial struggles, as its president discusses the new strategies being implemented to shift consumer mindset from ownership to usage.

Feb 2 • 23:14 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The sale of new cars started the year with a decline: what were the 10 best-selling models in January

Car sales in January fell by 5% year-on-year, with 66,080 vehicles sold, despite strong financing options available.

Feb 2 • 15:39 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

New CEO wants to bring more AI into car sales

Wayke, Sweden's second largest digital car trading platform, has appointed Patrik Settlin as its new CEO to enhance growth by integrating AI agents in the customer selection process.

Feb 1 • 09:11 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Car Manufacturers in Crisis: Porsche's Turnaround Still Awaits

Porsche is projected to sell significantly fewer vehicles in 2025, particularly in China, signaling challenges ahead for new CEO Michael Leiters as the company adjusts its production capacity.

Jan 16 • 16:57 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The crisis of premium car brands pushes them towards luxury real estate

Premium car brands are facing significant challenges, with Mercedes and Porsche reporting substantial losses and declines in sales due to increased tariffs and competition, prompting them to explore new revenue sources in luxury real estate.

Jan 16 • 05:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Where Octavia ends, MG begins. This is not a time travel, but the purchase of cars by Czech households

The article discusses the shift in car purchases in the Czech Republic, highlighting new trends with MG and Chinese vehicles gaining popularity as more households buy cars themselves, despite a majority being purchased by companies.

Jan 16 • 04:45 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Automotive Industry in Sales Crisis: No Quick Rescue in Sight for the Car Sector

The automotive industry faces a sales crisis, particularly affecting Mercedes, Volkswagen, and BMW, with hopes resting on new models that won't hit the market until later this year.

Jan 12 • 13:59 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

The list of best-selling cars in Germany last year has been published

Volkswagen secured its dominance in the German car market in 2025 with three models, including the Golf, T-Roc, and Tiguan, leading the best-selling list amid a slight growth in new car sales.

Jan 10 • 18:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Rolls-Royce shares at record levels. Not due to luxury car sales

Rolls-Royce shares have reached new record levels, supported by growth in defense and energy systems rather than luxury car sales.

Jan 9 • 15:18 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

This is the best-selling car in Spain for the last 13 years

The Dacia Sandero has been chosen by nearly half a million Spaniards over the past 13 years for its robust design and long-term reliability, while the new Dacia Duster ranks among the top 3 in the B-SUV segment.

Jan 8 • 23:17 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Electric Car World Market 2025: BYD Becomes the Largest Electric Car Manufacturer in the World

In 2025, BYD surpassed Tesla in electric vehicle sales as one quarter of all new cars sold globally were electric, marking a significant milestone in the growing electric mobility market.

Jan 7 • 05:50 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

This is the best-selling car in Croatia last year

In Croatia, 69,140 new passenger vehicles were sold last year, with Škoda being the best-selling brand, selling 9,458 vehicles and holding a market share of nearly 13.7%.

Jan 6 • 13:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

UK EVs update as drivers get huge discounts - full list of most popular cars

A recent update reveals that significant discounts on electric vehicles have contributed to a 3.5% increase in new car registrations in the UK, surpassing 2 million sales for the first time since the pandemic.

Jan 6 • 10:01 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Every twentieth new car in Croatia comes from China! These Chinese models were the most purchased in 2025.

In 2025, Škoda emerged as the best-selling car brand in Croatia with 9,458 newly registered vehicles, followed by Volkswagen and Opel, highlighting the rising presence of Chinese cars in the market.

Jan 6 • 09:04 UTC
🇺🇸 New York Times
National & Local

New Car Sales Are Rising Thanks to Purchases by the Well-Off

The article discusses the increase in new car sales attributed to affluent consumers making significant purchases.

Jan 5 • 16:48 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Car sales grow by 12.9% thanks to individuals, Valencia, and plug-in models

In Spain, new car sales rose by 12.9% in 2024, although there was a slight decline in December, attributed to the impact of the Valencian community's aid program and a preemptive rush in combustion vehicle purchases.

Jan 2 • 13:59 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Chinese Cars Conquer the United Kingdom. One in Ten Sold Cars is from China

Chinese cars are rapidly gaining popularity in the UK market, with projections indicating that by the end of 2025, 10% of all new car sales will be from China.

Jan 2 • 08:45 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

New car sales in France fell by 5% in 2025

New car sales in France declined by 5% in 2025, with significant decreases noted especially for Tesla, despite falling prices prompting consumers to lean towards long-term leasing.

Jan 1 • 10:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

China forecast to have sold one in every 10 new cars in UK in 2025

Chinese car brands are expected to represent 10% of new car sales in the UK by 2025, significantly increasing their market presence compared to previous years.

Dec 31 • 09:42 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Off-road Nissan GT-R with 600 HP has been unable to find a buyer for years

A unique off-road version of the Nissan GT-R has been struggling to find a new owner for years due to its eccentric design and extreme price.

Dec 29 • 12:00 UTC

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