The sales of 0km vehicles They added 5,146 units in the month of June, a figure that represents a 2% drop compared to what was recorded in the same month last year, according to the latest report of the Uruguay Automotive Trade Association (Acau).
The main categories marketed in June were utilitarian passenger and sports cars (SUV), which continue to concentrate most of the market. Despite the slight monthly setback, the global numbers of the first semester show a growth trend.
In the first six months of the year, a total of 32,000 new vehicles were sold, which marks an 8% increase compared to the first semester of 2024. This figure positions the semester as one of the most active in recent years for the automotive sector.
The Acau report also details that there were very different behaviors between categories. While some segments showed moderate falls, others grew accelerated.
SUV grows, but traditional cars fall
The category with the highest sales volume in the first semester was that of passenger cars, with 11,435 units placed. However, this implied a 4% decline compared to the same period last year, which reflects a loss of land compared to other formats.
The second category with the greatest amount of sales was that of Utility Sports Vehicles (SUV), with 9,496 units marketed between January and June. In this case, the growth was 44%, which demonstrates a clear market preference for this type of vehicles.
The utilities, meanwhile, recorded 9,442 units sold, just below the SUV segment. This group experienced a slight year -on -year decrease of 3%, in line with the stability trends presented by this type of vehicles in the region.
The truck segment also had a good performance, with 1,417 units sold in the semester, which represents an increase of 21% compared to the same period of 2024. This rise could be related to the reactivation of sectors linked to transport and logistics.
According to the specialists of the sector, the second semester will present challenges linked to economic stability, regional exchange rates and the possible evolution of international prices. However, the partial balance of the year leaves good signs for the automotive trade and the linked industry.
Source: Ambito
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