乘联分会·2025-10-30 08:38Core Insights - The overall pickup market in China is experiencing a mixed performance, with a slight decline in September 2025 sales compared to the previous year, but a notable increase compared to the previous month [4][6][8] - The leading position of Great Wall Motors in the pickup segment remains strong, with significant contributions from exports and stable domestic performance [4][6][21] - The demand for pickups is primarily concentrated in the southwestern and northwestern regions of China, which account for 44.4% of total demand [4][15][29] Pickup Market Overview - In September 2025, the pickup market sold 46,000 units, a year-on-year decrease of 2% but a month-on-month increase of 15%, maintaining a mid-to-high level compared to the past five years [4][6] - From January to September 2025, total sales reached 415,000 units, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 6% [4][6] - The pickup market is influenced by seasonal factors, with sales typically increasing after the Spring Festival [4][6] Export Performance - The pickup export market is robust, with a cumulative export of 224,000 units in 2024, marking an 85% increase [8][21] - In September 2025, exports reached 26,000 units, showing a year-on-year growth of 3% and a month-on-month increase of 22% [8][21] - The export share of pickups has risen significantly, with 56% of total sales in September 2025 attributed to exports [8][21] New Energy Pickup Trends - The new energy pickup segment is rapidly growing, with September 2025 sales of 4,000 units, a year-on-year increase of 104% and a month-on-month increase of 31% [2][12] - Cumulative sales from January to September 2025 reached 54,000 units, reflecting a staggering growth of 440% [2][12] - The market for new energy pickups is expected to expand further as consumer interest increases and more models are introduced [2][12] Regional Market Dynamics - The primary demand for pickups is concentrated in the southwestern and northwestern regions, with these areas showing strong performance in September 2025 [15][29] - The market in eastern regions is experiencing a decline, while the central and northern regions are not seeing significant growth [15][29] - The county and township markets are becoming increasingly important, with a notable recovery in demand from these areas [15][29] Competitive Landscape - Great Wall Motors continues to dominate the domestic pickup market, holding nearly 50% of the market share, with strong performances from Jiangling Motors and Zhengzhou Nissan [21][23] - The competitive landscape is evolving, with traditional manufacturers maintaining strong positions while new entrants like Radar and Changan are also gaining traction [21][23] - The overall market is characterized by a "one strong, three strong" dynamic, with Great Wall Motors leading and other brands like Jiangling, Zhengzhou Nissan, and Jianghuai maintaining competitive positions [21][23]