The U.S. new vehicle market ended 2025 on a strong note, with new light-vehicle sales reaching around 16.2–16.3 million units, marking the market’s best annual performance since 2019. NADA reported 16.2 million units, up 2.4% YoY. The year was shaped by a mix of improved inventory, tariff-related uncertainty, affordability pressure, and a pull-ahead effect in some months as buyers moved purchases forward before policy changes. NADA noted that the U.S. market faced shocks incl
The UAE new vehicle market continued its steady recovery in 2025, with sales rising by around 5.3% year-on-year to 335,772 units, according to BestSellingCarsBlog. The market stayed strongly tilted toward Japanese brands at the top, but the biggest shift came from Chinese automakers, especially Jetour, which became the fastest-rising mainstream brand in the country. The year was defined by three clear trends: Toyota’s continued leadership, Nissan’s mild decline despite strong
The U.S. new vehicle market ended 2025 on a strong note, with new light-vehicle sales reaching around 16.2–16.3 million units, marking the market’s best annual performance since 2019. NADA reported 16.2 million units, up 2.4% YoY. The year was shaped by a mix of improved inventory, tariff-related uncertainty, affordability pressure, and a pull-ahead effect in some months as buyers moved purchases forward before policy changes. NADA noted that the U.S. market faced shocks incl
The global car market is not ruled by one single formula. In some countries, buyers prefer reliability and long-term ownership value. In others, local manufacturing strength, national pride, affordability, fuel efficiency, pickup trucks, SUVs, or premium positioning decide the winner. A recent Visual Capitalist analysis of the best-selling car brands across 61 countries shows one clear global takeaway: Toyota remains the most dominant car brand worldwide, leading in 25 countr
The global electric vehicle battery industry has become one of the most important battlegrounds in the automotive world. As EV adoption rises, battery makers are gaining strategic importance similar to what engine and transmission suppliers had in the internal combustion era. In 2025, global EV battery usage reached around 1,187 GWh, registering 31.7% year-on-year growth, according to SNE Research. The market remains heavily dominated by Asian companies, especially Chinese pl
