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Italy's new car market was flat in May

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Posted on June 3, 2025

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ROME (Reuters) -Italy's market for new cars was flat in May, with sales down only marginally by 0.16% compared to the same month of last year, transport ministry data showed on Tuesday. In the

Italy's new car market was flat in May

ROME (Reuters) -Italy's market for new cars was flat in May, with sales down only marginally by 0.16% compared to the same month of last year, transport ministry data showed on Tuesday.

In the previous two months, sales had increased after seven consecutive months of year-on-year declines.

Total sales in May stood at 139.390 vehicles.

Market leader Stellantis, whose brands include Fiat, Jeep, Chrysler and Peugeot, lost ground in May, with sales decreasing by 7.99% year-on-year, according to Reuters calculations.

The calculations also indicated that the Franco-Italian automaker's market share dropped to 28.06%, from 30.61% in April.

(Writing by Alvise Armellini, editing by Cristina Carlevaro)

Key Takeaways

  • Italy's new car market saw a marginal 0.16% decline in May.
  • Stellantis experienced a 7.99% drop in sales.
  • Stellantis' market share fell to 28.06% from 30.61% in April.
  • Total vehicle sales in May were 139,390.
  • Sales had previously increased after seven months of decline.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the percentage change in new car sales in May?
New car sales in Italy decreased by 0.16% compared to May of the previous year.
How many vehicles were sold in May?
Total sales in May stood at 139,390 vehicles.
Which company is the market leader in Italy's car market?
Stellantis is the market leader, with brands including Fiat, Jeep, Chrysler, and Peugeot.
What was the change in Stellantis' market share in May?
Stellantis' market share dropped to 28.06% in May, down from 30.61% in April.
What trend was observed in car sales prior to May?
In the two months preceding May, car sales had increased after seven consecutive months of year-on-year declines.

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