Japan’s eight major automakers post 2.3% drop in global sales in January–June
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H1 global sales at major Japanese automakers fell 2.3%, with sharp China declines (Honda -34.6%, Toyota -17.1%, Nissan -15%), highlighting weak demand for gasoline-powered vehicles as fuel costs rise. The data reinforce downside risk to near-term gasoline demand expectations, particularly if China's new car market remains soft, potentially weighing on refined-product sentiment versus broader crude benchmarks.
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From January to June 2024, the eight major Japanese automakers reported a 2.3% year-on-year decline in global vehicle sales to 11.92 million units. The drop was driven largely by weaker sales overseas, particularly in China, where Honda’s sales fell 34.6%, Toyota’s declined 17.1%, and Nissan’s dropped 15%. The companies have struggled in China as the new-vehicle market remains sluggish and demand for gasoline-powered vehicles has weakened amid rising fuel prices.
