KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s automotive industry recorded a 3% month-on-month (m-o-m) decline in total industry volume (TIV) to 71,428 units in August 2026, but sales momentum is expected to remain positive in the second half of the year.
In a research note, CGS International said August TIV was also 2% lower year-on-year, with the sequential decline largely attributable to the high sales base recorded in July 2026 and August 2025.
“Nevertheless, August remained the third-strongest month year-to-date, with monthly TIV staying above the 70,000-unit level. Hence, we are not too concerned about the decline,” it said.
The research house said the m-o-m decline was broad-based, with most major automotive brands recording lower sales during the month.
However, the decline was partially offset by stronger sales from Proton, which increased 18% m-o-m, followed by Jaecoo at 15% and Jetour at 2%. — Bernama
