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2018 Worldwide Passenger Car Sales (by Country & Region)

Global car sales in 2018 experienced a slight slowdown compared to the previous year.

Global Car Sales & Rankings by Region & Country for 2018

Global car sales in 2018 experienced a slight slowdown compared to the previous year. In 2018, global car sales reached approximately 68 million units, representing a modest decline compared to 2017. The overall growth was influenced by a combination of factors, including economic conditions and shifting consumer preferences.

Asia remained the largest market for car sales in 2018, accounting for around 53% of global sales. China continued to be the largest market with over 23.7 million vehicles sold. Europe and North America followed as significant markets for car sales.

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