Car industry : sales from january to september drop 7,6 %

Weak domestic demand has resulted in a 7.6 per cent annualised drop in auto sales during the first nine months of this year, with the total sale of only 451,326 units, according to the data compiled by Tri Petch Isuzu Sales Co Ltd.

According to Tri Petch, amid economic and political uncertainties, consumers in September still delayed their purchases despite special campaigns from all auto companies. In the month, the number of sold vehicles also dropped 1.24 per cent from the previous month. Only 53,491 units were sold in September.” (Nation)

This stat covers passenger cars and pick up trucks. The Bank Of Thailand has monthly statistics on passenger cars (here).


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