China's April Passenger Car Sales Drop 20% YoY, 15% MoM Amid Ongoing Market Slump

Published: May 9, 2026 17:07

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According to preliminary statistics from the CPCA, retail sales of passenger vehicles in China totaled 1.406 million units in April, down 20% YoY and down 15% MoM. Cumulative retail sales year-to-date reached 5.628 million units, down 18% YoY.

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