e to factors such as rising tariff costs, a slowdown in the EV market, and settlement costs with suppliers resulting from program cancellations. Meanwhile, adjusted EBIT improved to USD 4.3 billion (up 21.9% y/y). Global sales totaled 1.294 million units (down 10.6% y/y), with 743,000 units sold in North America and 428,000 units sold through JVs in China, both below the same period last year. The full-year 2026 tariff cost forecast has been revi...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/05/27

nomic backdrop: US volumes outperformed expectations even against a tough April comparison that was boosted last year by tariff-related pull-forward demand, and Western Europe continues to benefit from the increasing availability of lower-priced models and supportive EV policy. North America US Light Vehicle sales fell by 6.6% YoY in April, to 1.38 mn units. The month had the same number of selling days as April 2025, allowi...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/05/22

began at the Lafayette Plant in the US in February 2026. The plant plans to begin production of the Forester Wilderness (ICE/HEV) at the end of 2026. List of Japanese OEM's main HEV models launched in the U.S. The table can be scrolled left and right OEM Model Segment HEVrelease date (U.S.) North American modelCountry of manufacture 2025 (U.S.) HEV sales volume HEV ratio by model Toyota Highlander SUV (Class D) Feb. 2020(current model...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/05/19

ross the forecast period.   Under Toyota's unique omni-directional "Multi-Pathway Strategy", the promotion of electrification and expansion of its model lineup have been accelerated, and in 2025, the sales volume exceeded 10 million units, making it the only major OEM to achieve this. In Japan and North America, Toyota is responding to the growing demand for HEVs (hybrid electric vehicles), while in China, Toyota is expanding its lineup of BEVs....

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/05/12

Analysis Report: Airbag (European and Americas Markets) Applications of airbag system technology rapidly expanding List of suppliers Introduction I. Airbag market trends II. List of airbag suppliers by OEM customer (Vehicle produced in Europe and the U.S.) III. Airbag technology trends IV. Technology development and global business and facilities of major airbag suppliers (U.S./Europe) V. Sales revenue comparison for major airbag suppliers Detail...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/05/07

sruption is thus, assumed to be a near-term event with normalization of the demand and supply environment gaining momentum through 2027 and into the medium-term. Toyota GroupIn 2026, Toyota Group’s global output is expected to decrease by 4% YoY to 10.8 mn units. While output in Europe and South America is anticipated to recover after a weak performance in 2025, we forecast declines in Asia-Pacific and North America. In Asia-Pacific, volumes i...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/30

his forecast report will be released every quarter-According to a report by GlobalData as of Q1 2026, global light vehicle sales are forecast to increase by 0.3% YoY to 92.35 mn. -Today’s perspective of the global outlook is more conservative than it was three months ago. Major markets, including North America and Europe, have started 2026 on a weak footing. Therefore, any hope that a stronger base coming out of 2025 would lead to more optimism...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/30

nological capabilities that currently lag behind emerging Chinese EV manufacturers and to enhance the software-driven driving experience. Conversely, the tariff measures imposed by the United States and Mexico are expected to make it difficult for China to expand its exports of finished vehicles to North America.   According to Chinese media reports, Honda has decided to suspend operations at the GAC Honda Huangpu Plant starting in June. The pla...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/27

ntrast, Western Europe posted a strong gain. Looking ahead, with the outlook for a resolution to the Middle East conflict still uncertain, GlobalData expects the global LV market to face further headwinds in H2 2026 as consumers begin to feel the impact of higher energy prices. North America US Light Vehicle sales fell by 13.2% YoY in March, to 1.40 mn units. The month had one fewer selling day than March 2025, so sales decl...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/21

cases, including verification of Starlink’s direct-to-cell services. This approach enables satellite connectivity even for devices not originally designed for satellite communication, extending coverage into areas without terrestrial infrastructure. Such services are already available in parts of North America on a subscription basis.   To further streamline testing workflows, the CMX-500 integrates AI-based tools that assist with scripting, d...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/17

Analysis Report: Automatic Transmission (AT) (Japan, Europe, and Americas Markets) Product Consolidation and the Rollout of Hybrid Applications List of AT suppliers Introduction I. Major AT Manufacturers and OEM Supply Matrix II. Overall trends III. Activities of major AT manufacturers and in-house OEM manufacturing IV. List of AT manufacturing sites Aisin Corporation (Aisin) JATCO Ltd. (JATCO) ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF) Allison Transmission Hol...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/17

the U.S. accounts for the vast majority of sales, followed by Brazil and Canada. Thailand has the highest proportion of P/U sales, but in recent years, P/U sales have been trending downwards.   Pickup trucks are characterized by regional variations in body size (full-size, mid-size, and small). In North America, U.S. full-size P/Us dominate sales, while in South America, small P/Us of European manufacturers are the top sellers. Japanese manufact...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/13

Analysis Report: Thermal Management of BEV Batteries (European, American and Chinese Markets) The widespread adoption of battery thermal management systems tailored to market characteristics List of Suppliers Introduction I. Thermal management major functional parts sourcing map II. Overview and trends of thermal management methods III. Overview and trends of major component suppliers IV. Installation status major functional parts by model Valeo...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/30

ed from a weak January figure. Looking ahead, the recent developments in the Middle East and the ensuing shock to energy prices and supply chains present the global LV market with serious headwinds to sales this year, keeping the outlook tilted to the downside in the near term. North America US Light Vehicle sales fell by 3.6% YoY in February, to 1.18 mn units. The month contained the same number of selling days as February ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/24

Analysis Report: Brake (U.S. and European Markets) Integrated control of advanced braking systems and power steering List of brake suppliers I. Introduction II. Major brake component suppliers and their OEM customers III. Recent trends in brake technology IV. Overview of major brake component suppliers V. Sales comparison of major brake component suppliers VI. Europe and Americas footprint of major suppliers (Detail) Brake systems and foundation...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/24

compatible camera Sumitomo Electric Industries: Far-infrared camera lens   Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. (Sumitomo Electric Industries) exhibited a far-infrared camera lens that does not use rare metals. The company has been receiving an increasing number of inquiries, driven by the 2029 North American nighttime pedestrian AEB (Automatic Emergency Braking) mandate. An advantage of using zinc sulfide (ZnS) is that it is sintered, elimin...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/06

rivers varied by region: in the US, severe weather weighed on sales; in China, the reduction in NEV purchase-tax discounts and changes to the trade-in subsidy program sharply reduced volumes; and in Western Europe, a December pull-forward, was followed by a muted start to 2026. North America US LV sales fell by 0.8% YoY in January, to 1.09 mn units. January 2026 contained one additional selling day compared to January 2025, ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/24

tput view. While Chinese domestic demand-led activity remains resilient, it is the ongoing growth in global penetration of Chinese LV exports that skews the global LV production forecast upgrade towards Chinese OEMs. While most other producing regions remain relatively solid, near-term LV output in North America is hindered by stock management and specific supply-side disruption at Novelis and Nexperia. Toyota GroupIn 2025, Toyota Grou...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/30

e government policies and reduction in inflation. Rural markets have witnessed a noticeable improvement in demand, providing strong support for entry-level motorcycles and scooters. A good monsoon and a good crop yield also boosted the sales of two-wheelers. Exports to regions like Africa and Latin America were also improved. Urban demand is supported by the rising adoption of electric two-wheelers due to high fuel prices and government incentive...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/30

scheduled to go into production by the end of 2026, will be very slow and then accelerate over time.   The following graph shows Tesla's share of sales by major region and total sales. Tesla sales by region *By clicking the button below the graph, only the relevant data will be shown. Total North America China Europe Copyright (C) MarkLines Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.   The composition ratio by powertrain of each manufacturer is as...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/26