南非4月新车销量同比增长11.9%

Core Viewpoint - South Africa's new vehicle sales in April increased by 11.9% year-on-year, indicating a recovery in market demand [1] Sales Performance - Total new vehicle sales reached 42,401 units in April, with passenger car sales at 30,101 units, up 16.9% year-on-year [1] - Light commercial vehicles, pickups, and small passenger vehicles saw sales of 9,961 units, a 3.2% increase, marking the first year-on-year growth in several months [1] - Medium commercial vehicle sales reached 629 units, reflecting a 10.2% increase [1] - Heavy trucks and buses experienced a decline in sales, totaling 1,710 units, down 11.1% year-on-year [1] Export Trends - South Africa's total vehicle exports in April amounted to 31,822 units, a decrease of 6.6% year-on-year [1] - The CEO of the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (Naamsa) highlighted potential challenges for exports due to global trade policy changes [1] - The impact of increased tariffs on imported vehicles in the U.S. and uncertainty surrounding the renewal of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) may weaken South Africa's competitiveness in the U.S. market [1] - In 2024, South Africa's total exports of vehicles and parts to the U.S. are projected to reach 18.3 billion rand (approximately 1.54 billion USD), making it one of the major automotive suppliers to the U.S. [1]