A curious infographic found online shows the market for new passenger cars in Russia, broken down by the country of origin of each brand. The graphic paints a clear picture of 2022 dynamics, highlighting how brand origins influenced sales across the Russian automotive landscape. In the data presented, Chinese manufacturers are the sole ones to register any growth in Russia during 2022, though the increase is modest. In truth, the absolute numbers for Chinese brands remained stable rather than surging. In contrast, many other manufacturers faced steep declines, with domestic brands bearing a substantial drop, including around a 50 percent decrease over roughly ten months of the year.
As a result, China managed to improve its share of the new passenger car market in Russia. Meanwhile, even though overall sales slipped, Russian-origin manufacturers managed to lift their market share slightly, a sign that local producers retained some resilience amid the market contractions. The remainder of producers outside Russia where hit hardest, confirming a broad pullback across international brands while consumer choices shifted toward a smaller, more local mix.
In the broader context, the infographic serves as a snapshot of how global supply chains, currency fluctuations, and domestic demand intersect in the Russian automotive sector. Analysts note that while Chinese brands appeared to gain footing, the gains need to be interpreted against a backdrop of a shrinking overall market. The data underscores the resilience of domestic production in the face of external pressures and highlights the evolving balance of power among international carmakers in Russia’s market landscape.
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