, unit sales volume increased 7% year-on-year to 577,000 units on a global basis. Of total, CV sales were up 5% to 324,000 units, and LCV (one-ton pickup trucks and pickup-based passenger cars) sales were up 10% to 253,000 units. Unit sales increased year on year, while remaining below the February outlook. Due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, shipments to the Middle East were suspended in March for both CV and LCV. The full-year group ve...

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retail shares totaled 25.6% in April, up 5.6 percentage points y/y. BEV sales volume accounted for 81.1% of the NEV volume, reflecting a great increase from 66% for the same period last year. The sales proportion of those priced between CNY 100,000 and CNY 150,000 rose notably. Market analysis and outlook In April 2026, China’s overall passenger car market performance presented a complex trend of “aggregate volumes under pressure with struct...

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t mix. Domestic fuel prices climbed sharply following the U.S.-Israel military campaign against Iran, with diesel prices briefly reaching PHP170/liter. Although prices have eased somewhat, supply disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz continue to keep fuel costs elevated. Despite the softer market outlook, CAMPI is scheduled to hold the 10th Philippine International Motor Show on June 4–7. (From an article of Philstar on May 7, 2026)...

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e to a cold wave in the U.S., as well as constraints on overseas bound shipping operations resulting from tensions in the Middle East. Furthermore, in light of the changes in automotive environmental regulations in the U.S. during the fiscal year, the company revised its medium- to long-term demand outlook for electrified vehicles in the U.S. As a result, the company reassessed the recoverability of development assets related to its battery EVs a...

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EVs accounting for 25.3% of regional sales. Cost discipline supported performance, with reductions in R&D, administrative expenses, and capital expenditure. Automotive EBIT totaled EUR 1.35 billion, with a margin of 5.0%, within the annual guidance range of 4%–6%. BMW confirmed its full-year 2026 outlook, expecting deliveries to remain stable and BEV share unchanged. The automotive EBIT margin is projected at 4%–6%, with RoCE between 6% and 1...

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to 6% from 5.6%. Sales of electrified models in Q1 2026 surged 14.2% from a year earlier to 242,612 units. Strong EV and HEV sales supported this record performance, which respectively recorded 58,788 units and 173,977 units. Hyundai is shifting towards high-value-added, electrified models. As for outlook 2026, Hyundai Motor will leverage major new model launches scheduled to further enhance sales growth and brand position. (Hyundai Motor's pres...

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The improved financial performance was driven by higher volumes, better product mix, and stronger operating execution. The company also strengthened its balance sheet through the issuance of EUR 5 billion in hybrid perpetual notes, enhancing liquidity and financial flexibility.  Regarding the 2026 outlook, Stellantis confirmed its full-year guidance, expecting a mid-single-digit percentage increase in net revenues, a low-single-digit adjusted op...

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e discontinuation of ID.4 production at the Chattanooga plant, Tennessee, and higher U.S. import tariffs. Although vehicle sales grew in South America (+3%), Western Europe (+1%) and Central and Eastern Europe (+7%), only partially offset declines in China (-20%) and North America (-9%). As for the outlook for 2026, the VW Group expects sales revenue to develop within a range of 0% and +3% compared with the previous year. The Group’s operating ...

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uct development and shorter model lifecycles of around 3–4 years. They build a full ecosystem firstly by attracting investment and scaling up mass production, and then continuously improve their products over time. They also update or introduce new features every 2-3 years. Q3. What is AAPICO’s Outlook for EV, and how is the company adapting its strategy to the EV transition and industry transformation? -AAPICO expects EVs to account for arou...

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Seven major Toyota Group parts suppliers’ FY2026 financial outlook: five companies expect revenue increase According to six major Toyota Motor Corporation Group parts suppliers’ financial outlook for the fiscal year ending in March 2027 (FY2026) announced on April 28, five companies expect an increase in revenue, and Denso Corporation (Denso), Aisin Corporation (Aisin), and Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. (Toyoda Gosei) estimate a decrease in profits....

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Thailand-based AH projects stronger H2 2026 on new parts contracts, EV demand growth Reported on April 23, 2026, AAPICO Hitech (AH) signals a stronger H2 2026 outlook, supported by revenue recognition from new automotive parts contracts and improvements across other business segments. The company targets 1–3% revenue growth in 2026, driven by expanding parts orders and dealership contributions in Thailand and overseas. Higher oil prices linked ...

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Nissan revises full-year FY2025 outlook, operating profit up to JPY 50 billion, net loss narrows to JPY 550 billion On April 27, Nissan Motor announced a revision to its financial outlook for the full fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. Compared to the outlook issued at the time of Nissan’s third quarter results in February, the full-year net revenue is now expected to reach JPY 12.0 trillion, up JPY 100 billion, while operating profit is revise...

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[Exclusive Interview] Car IT Symposium: Expert's outlook on China Strategy, SDVs, and regulatory trends (2) At the Car IT Symposium 2026, which took place in Ingolstadt, Germany from March 26 to 27, 2026, MarkLines interviewed Beatrix C. Keim, Director at the CAR – Center Automotive Research, Duisburg (D+S Automotive GmbH) (hereinafter "CAR"), about the structural changes reshaping the global automotive industry. Topics ranged from European OEM...

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[Exclusive Interview] Car IT Symposium: Expert's outlook on China Strategy, SDVs, and regulatory trends (1) At the Car IT Symposium 2026, which took place in Ingolstadt, Germany from March 26 to 27, 2026, MarkLines interviewed Beatrix C. Keim, Director at the CAR – Center Automotive Research, Duisburg (D+S Automotive GmbH) (hereinafter "CAR"), about the structural changes reshaping the global automotive industry. Topics ranged from European OEM...

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lectric Dacia, Dacia Striker, and Alpine A390. Outside Europe, Renault Boreal will continue its expansion in Latin America and Turkiye, Renault Duster in India, Renault Filante in South Korea and overseas markets, and a new Renault pick-up in Latin America. Renault Group confirms its 2026 financial outlook with an operating margin of around 5.5% and automotive free cash flow of around EUR 1.0 billion.  (Renault Group on April 23, 2026)...

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etail shares totaled 21.5% in March, up 4.4 percentage points y/y. BEV sales volume accounted for 78.5% of the NEV volume, reflecting a great increase from 65.8% for the same period last year. The sales proportion of those priced between CNY 100,000 and CNY 150,000 rose notably. Market analysis and outlook In Q1 2026, China’s overall passenger car market performance was slightly beyond expectations. Passenger car manufacturers’ March ICE vehi...

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rter ending March 31, 2026.  The company produced 10,236 vehicles at its manufacturing facility in Normal, Illinois in Q1 (down 29.9% from Q1 2025) and delivered 10,365 vehicles (up 20.0%) during the same period. Rivian said that production and delivery results for the quarter are in line with its outlook. Rivian also reaffirmed its 2026 delivery range guidance of 62,000 to 67,000 vehicles. The company also announced that on April 30, after mark...

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States through a newly established working group. Speaking at the 82nd annual assembly of CAINTRA, Sheinbaum indicated that discussions on the trade agreement are progressing positively, and that the creation of a formal review group provides greater certainty for both countries. She added that the outlook for negotiations remains favorable given the broader international context and upcoming U.S. elections. (Mexico Now on March 25, 2026)...

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partners were ultimately struck down by the Supreme Court in early 2026 after multiple rounds of adjustments, they had already inflicted damage on the world economy. Moreover, the final decision of these reciprocal tariffs remains unresolved, continuing to cast uncertainty over the global economic outlook. Additionally, countries including Russia, the EU, Canada, and Mexico raised tariffs on Chinese-made Electric Vehicles (EVs) in late 2024 and ...

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New York Auto Show industry panel to examine global automotive outlook On March 26, the New York International Auto Show 2026 /announced that it will debut a new panel discussion focused on the shifting dynamics of the global automotive business during press days at the show.  Titled the Automotive News Global Industry Outlook, the event will bring together senior leaders from manufacturing, policy, media, and retail to address a period of uncer...

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