Core Insights - The retail sales of passenger cars in China from October 1 to 19 reached 1.128 million units, representing a year-on-year decline of 6% but a month-on-month increase of 7% [1][2] - Cumulative retail sales for the year reached 18.136 million units, showing a year-on-year growth of 8% [1][2] - The retail sales of new energy vehicles (NEVs) during the same period were 632,000 units, marking a year-on-year increase of 5% and a month-on-month increase of 2%, with a penetration rate of 56.1% [1][2] Passenger Car Market Overview - Retail sales from October 1 to 19 totaled 1.128 million units, down 6% year-on-year but up 7% month-on-month; cumulative sales for the year reached 18.136 million units, up 8% year-on-year [2][5] - Wholesale figures for the same period were 1.155 million units, down 5% year-on-year but unchanged from the previous month; cumulative wholesale for the year reached 22.002 million units, up 12% year-on-year [2][9] New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Insights - NEV retail sales from October 1 to 19 were 632,000 units, up 5% year-on-year and 2% month-on-month, with a cumulative total of 9.502 million units for the year, reflecting a 23% year-on-year increase [2][5] - NEV wholesale during the same period was 676,000 units, up 6% year-on-year and 5% month-on-month, with a cumulative total of 11.123 million units for the year, showing a 30% year-on-year growth [2][9] Market Trends and Influences - The market experienced a slow start in October due to holiday effects and a previous surge in September driven by government incentives [5] - The traditional peak season of "Golden September and Silver October" is expected to boost sales, although tightening subsidy standards and the impending expiration of tax incentives may affect consumer enthusiasm [5][11] - The export market for Chinese automobiles has shown positive growth, particularly in the NEV segment, with increasing competitiveness against international brands [9][11]
乘联分会：10月1-19日全国乘用车市场零售112.8万辆 同比下降6%