Keywords: Car Sales


Hybrid and Electric Cars Gain Market Share in Morocco as Chinese Brands Accelerate

Morocco’s passenger-car market is undergoing a gradual shift in consumer preferences, with hybrid and electric vehicles gaining ground as diesel loses its dominant position. Between January and September 2026, electrified passenger cars accounted for 17.8% of sales, up from 11.4% during the same......

Morocco’s new car market surpasses 188,000 sales in the first nine months of 2026

Morocco’s new vehicle market continued its upward trajectory in September 2026, with more than 21,000 vehicles sold during the month, reinforcing the sector’s positive momentum despite a slower pace of growth recorded in August. According to figures from the Association of Vehicle Importers......

Hyundai and Kia post record US sales in September

Hyundai Motor and Kia recorded their strongest-ever September sales in the United States, supported by continued demand for sport utility vehicles and growing interest in hybrid models. Both South Korean automakers reported significant year-on-year increases as they expanded their presence in the highly......

New car registrations in the European Union rise 5.7% in the first half of 2026

New car registrations across the European Union increased by 5.7% during the first six months of 2026, according to data released by the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA), reflecting continued growth in demand for electrified vehicles. Hybrid cars remained the most popular powertrain......

China’s car market faces its weakest year since 2021 as demand slows

China’s passenger car market is heading toward a difficult year as weakening consumer demand and intensifying competition put pressure on sales. Recent figures suggest that 2026 could become the sector’s weakest year since 2021, following a period of strong growth and record sales in the......

Volvo Cars reports 5.6% drop in second-quarter sales as electric vehicle demand continues to grow

Volvo Cars reported a decline in global vehicle sales during the second quarter of 2026, reflecting challenging market conditions despite continued growth in demand for its electrified models. The Swedish automaker sold 171,501 vehicles between April and June, a 5.6% decrease compared with the same......

Soueast Marks first year in Morocco with S08 DM launch

Soueast has marked its first year of operations in Morocco with the delivery of 1,500 vehicles and the introduction of its new flagship model, the S08 DM. The Chinese automotive brand, distributed exclusively by M-Automotiv, has expanded its presence in the Moroccan market through a growing SUV-focused......

Morocco automotive sales surpass 104,000 vehicles in five months

The Moroccan automotive market continued its upward trajectory in May 2026, confirming sustained demand across both private and commercial segments. A total of 23,037 new vehicles were sold during the month, marking a 2.8 percent increase compared with the same period in 2025. Over the first five months......

Tesla registrations surge across Europe in May with triple-digit gains

Tesla registrations posted sharp gains across several European markets in May, with France recording a 655 percent year-on-year increase to 5,446 vehicles delivered, Sweden rising 71 percent to 858 units, and Denmark posting a 136 percent increase compared to May 2025. The figures mark a decisive reversal......