National cars benefit

Perodua ended May with 7,886 cars sold, accounting for about 41% of total market share.

PETALING JAYA: A total of 22,960 vehicles were sold last month, with nearly 60% of the units comprising national makes as more customers opted for smaller engine capacity vehicles or more fuel efficient cars in light of the economic uncertainty.

According to the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA), total vehicle sales fell 62% year-on-year last month from 60,760 units in the previous corresponding period, as generally people were still fearful to come out and consumer sentiment remained cautious.