New vehicle sales down 3.6% in April

In its monthly update, the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) said the total industry volume for April 2022 was 23% lower than March 2022, which was at 73,222 units.

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia recorded new vehicle sales of 56,213 units in April 2022, down 3.63% from 58,329 units a year ago due to shortages of chips and components.

In its monthly update, the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) said the total industry volume for April 2022 was 23% lower than March 2022, which was at 73,222 units. The association said the shortage of chips and components, as well as shipment delays, affected some companies.