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2mo ago

Argentina’s April Auto Sales Drop 13.6% as Chinese Brands and EVs Gain Ground

Import quotas for low‑priced electrified models are shifting buyers toward cheaper imported options.

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El sector registró 47.564 unidades en abril, una baja del 13,6%, respecto del mismo período del año pasado.
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Overview

  • ACARA, which published April figures on Friday, reported 47,564 new‑car registrations, down 13.6% year over year and 3.3% from March.
  • Year to date, registrations reached 205,114 through April, a decline of 5.7% versus the same period in 2025.
  • Motorcycle registrations hit 80,737 in April, a record level with 51.5% annual growth, driven by entry‑level models and easier financing.
  • Chinese players moved into the mainstream as BYD entered the top 10 by brand and China‑built Ford Territory ranked third by model, while pickups and SUVs still led with Toyota Hilux on top.
  • Imported vehicles accounted for roughly two‑thirds of April registrations, a shift tied to tariff‑free quotas for selected EVs and hybrids, and dealers say rising competition is pushing prices lower.