Motorbike and Three-Wheeler Sales decline by 9% in July-September 2023

The sale of motorbikes and three-wheelers in Pakistan has hit a roadblock, with a noticeable decrease of 9.85% during the first three months of the current fiscal year (2023-24) when compared to the sales during the same period in the previous year. This shift in sales figures, as reported by the Pakistan Automobile Manufacturing Association (PAMA), has raised questions about the factors influencing this decline in the country’s automobile market.

A Dip in Sales

During the first three months of the current fiscal year, 268,990 motorbikes and three-wheelers were sold, marking a significant decrease from the 298,405 units sold in July to September of the previous fiscal year (2022-23). The reasons behind this decline are multifaceted and highlight the dynamic nature of the automobile industry.

Honda and Suzuki: A Decline in Numbers

The sale of Honda motorcycles, a prominent player in the Pakistani two-wheeler market, dipped by 7.19%, with sales falling from 250,132 units to 232,139 units. Similarly, Suzuki motorcycles experienced a substantial decrease in sales, witnessing a decline of 62.27%, from 10,007 units to 3,775 units during the first quarter of the fiscal year.

Yamaha and Road Prince: A Similar Trend

Yamaha motorcycles also saw a decline in sales, with numbers dropping from 3,726 units to 2,555 units, marking a decrease of 31.42%. Road Prince motorcycles, known for their affordability, experienced a sharp drop in sales, plummeting by 55.59% from 9,273 units to 4,118 units during the same period.

United Auto: A Glimmer of Hope

Amidst the gloomy sales figures, United Auto motorcycles emerged as an exception, witnessing a modest increase of 7.04% from 20,369 units to 21,803 units during the first quarter of the fiscal year.

Three-Wheelers: A Mixed Bag

The sales of three-wheelers also experienced fluctuations. While the sale of United Auto three-wheelers dipped from 412 units to 218 units, indicating a drop in demand, Sazgar three-wheelers managed to buck the trend with an increase of 31.14%, rising from 2,193 units to 2,876 units.

Qingqi: A Nominal Decrease

The data also revealed that the sale of Qingqi three-wheelers witnessed a nominal decrease of 2.19%, falling from 1,365 units to 1,335 units during the first quarter.

The dip in motorbike and three-wheeler sales during the initial months of the current fiscal year raises questions about the factors influencing consumer preferences, economic conditions, and market dynamics. While some brands faced substantial declines in sales, others managed to maintain or even increase their market share.

The future of the automobile market in Pakistan remains uncertain, but these trends offer valuable insights into the shifting landscape of the country’s transportation industry. As the industry adapts to changing consumer demands and economic conditions, it will be interesting to see how the sales figures evolve in the coming months.