German production almost reached its record high levels in 2014

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German production almost reached its record high levels in 2014
 

- With nearly 6,05 million of vehicles (PC+UV) in 2014, the German car production came close to its 2011 record  (6,12 million units). Growth year on year compared to 2013 still proves to be humble (+ 2.5%).


- Several factors explain this low growth. Firstly, the German market itself has only experienced a modest growth in 2014 (+ 2.9%), and it is known that the share of local production in total registrations in the German market is still large (over 20 %).


- Furthermore, the growth of the European market in 2014 mostly benefited to Renault-Nissan, Mitsubishi, Mazda, and benefited less to German manufacturers.


- Finally, while German exports to China have continued to increase in 2014 (60 000 units), those shipped towards other emerging markets have declined, especially to Russia (-23 000 units) and Ukraine (- 17 000 units), seeing as their markets collapsed last year.


- Likewise as for France, Germany has for decades, relocated part of its production of high-volume vehicles, for instance the VW Polo are made in Spain, the VW Up in Slovakia, the Audi A1 in Belgium, the Audi Q3 in Spain. GM relocated much of its production abroad a long time ago, and these relocations have grown in recent years. Ford also outsourced a lot before relocating the production of its Fiesta, Focus and C-Max in Germany.


15-06-6  

 

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China Vehicle Export: Drops due to Political Instability and Trade Protectionism at Export Destinations

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China Vehicle Export: Drops due to Political Instability and Trade Protectionism at Export Destinations
 
- China's vehicle export has been dull since 2013 due to higher vehicle prices as a result of vehicle lineup adjustments by automakers and the revaluation of the Chinese currency. Political instability and stepped-up trade restrictions of core markets are also blamed for poor results. Export volume in 2013 decreased 7.5 percent compared to the previous year to 977,274 units. Of which, passenger car export fell 9.8 percent to 596,286 units and utility vehicle export declined 3.5 percent to 381,006 units.

- Looking at results by automaker, Chery Automobile dropped 28.2 percent to 133,000 units due to the reorganisation of its product strategy. Nevertheless, it remained top Chinese vehicle exporter. Among the top 10 vehicle exporters, Great Wall, Dongfeng and Lifan each posted double-digit decline, while Geely, SAIC, Brilliance and BAIC realized double-digit increase. In particular, Brilliance rose some 60 percent to 70,000 units, ascending from 11uh place to fifth.

- Looking at export volume by region based on customs data, South America fell 25.2 percent to 110,000 units in the first half of 2014 due to Brazil's increase of IPI excise tax on imported vehicles and worsening economic conditions in Argentina. Export to Africa fell 15 percent to 108,000 units, reducing the continent's export ratio to 22 percent. In contrast, the Middle East increased 41.8 percent to 96,000 units, pushing up its export share to 19 percent. Export to Asia increased 6.8 percent and Europe posted a slight increase as well.

15-06-7  

 

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European automobile production increased by 3.6% in 2014

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European automobile production increased by 3.6% in 2014
 
- According to Inovev estimates , the European automobile production (29 countries) increased by 3.6% in 2014 compared to 2013, to 16.20 million PC + LUV against 15.64 million a year earlier, ending the decline of 2012 and 2013. It benefited from the revival of the European car market in 2014 (+ 6.1% for PC + LUV) and a good level of exports, mainly to the United States and China.

- Among the largest increases recorded in Europe in 2014, there were those of Spain (+ 11.3%) and Hungary (+ 65.4%), and for those with much lower production levels, Slovenia, the Netherlands, Finland and Bulgaria.

- Other countries saw a small increase (Germany, France, Italy, Poland, Portugal) or even decreased (Belgium, Romania, Sweden, Austria). The UK is also down slightly, having failed to offset the departure of Renault Trafic to France.

- Among the countries that have made progress in 2014, Spain has benefited not only from the revival of the European market but also from the arrival in its plants of the Opel Mokka, Citroën C4 Cactus and Ford Transit Connect, as well as the success of the Renault Captur, Seat Leon and Citroen C4 Picasso. Hungary has benefited from the ramp-up of Mercedes plants (CLA Class B), Audi (A3 sedan) and Suzuki (SX4 S-Cross). France has benefited from the arrival of the Renault Trafic in Sandouville, the Netherlands benefited from the Mini's arrival in Born, Finland from the arrival of part of the Mercedes A-Class in Uusikaupunki.


15-06-3  

 

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The automobile production in France (PC + LUV) increased in 2014 (+5,9%)

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The automobile production in France (PC + LUV) increased in 2014 (+5,9%)
 
- After three years of uninterrupted decline and while the offshoring of smaller models continued last year (progressive transfer to Turkey of the Renault Clio and the transfer of the Peugeot 208 to Slovakia), the volume of automobile production in France (PC + LUV) increased in 2014 (+5,9%).
Several factors can explain this revival:
1.Relocation of the Renault Trafic vans in France (as in the 90s).
2.The success of some models manufactured entirely in France, such as the Peugeot 2008 and 308.
3.The beginning of exports of the Toyota Yaris manufactured in France to the United States, which increased the production volume of the Onnaing plant. The Yaris has become the most produced car in France.
4.The increasing production pace of the Mercedes Citan in the Renault plant in Maubeuge, and the increasing production rate of the Toyota ProAce in the PSA plant in Valenciennes.

- The growth of production in France is still slight, especially when comparing 2014 figures with those from before 2009. On the other hand, it seems that Renault and PSA commitments to produce 700 000 in 2015 and 1 000 000 vehicles in 2016, respectively, are possible given current trends. Nevertheless one question remains unanswered about the C3: how will PSA make up for the transfer of the next generation Citroen from France to Slovakia?


15-06-5  

 

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11% of the vehicles produced in UK are sold in UK

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11% of the vehicles produced in UK are sold in UK
 

- Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Italy and Spain are the five largest markets (PC + LUV) in Europe, and except for Italy, these countries are also the largest producers. It is therefore interesting to analyse these countries and see what share of their production is sold on the local market and how much is imported. In a whole, which countries buy the most vehicles produced in their own country. Inovev has calculated this data and shares its first results hereunder.


- Germany is the country that buys the most vehicles produced locally. Over total sales PC + LUV equivalent to 3 265 096 units, 60% imports (1 955 605 units) and 40% of vehicles were produced in Germany (1 309 491 units).


- The UK is the one that buys fewer vehicles produced locally. Over total sales of PC + LUV accounting for 2 798 121 units, 89% were imports (2 482 734 units) and 11% of vehicles were produced in the United Kingdom (315 387 units).


- In France, on total sales PC + LUV accounting for 2 166 275 units, 72% were imports (1 565 218 units) and 28% of vehicles were produced in France (601 057 units).


- In Italy, over total sales PC + LUV accounting for 1 477 342 units, 85% were imports (1 262 992 units) and 15% of vehicles were produced in Italy (214 350 units).


- In Spain, over total sales, PC+LUV accounting for 969 171 units, 78% were imports (753 988 units) and 22% of vehicles were produced in Spain (215 183 units).


15-06-4  

 

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