Car sales up 25% in 2019
According to the latest report released by the ASEAN Automotive Federation (AAF), the sales of motor vehicles in Myanmar jumped 25.4% from January to November 2019 compared to 1 year prior (15,365 to 19,274). Though at a very low level in terms of vo
Myanmar auto industry revs up
Myanmar automotive factories are upping their output in response to higher demand, according to an industry analysis by the Myanmar Times. Production has increased from both Japanese and Chinese brands, taking advantage of growing local demand, im
Mandalay city to crack down on illegal motorbikes
Mandalay lawmakers are planning to crack down on unlicensed motorbikes and three-wheelers with more strictly enforced regulations. Speaking to the Myanmar Times, the regional MP U Aung Kyaw Moe said, “Unlicensed vehicles should not b
Plant in Mandalay to produce first Chinese cars
A new plant near Mandalay is poised to build the first Myanmar-made Chinese cars by Gold AYA Motor International. According to a report by the Myanmar Times, the subsidiary of the Chinese Shining Star Group of Companies, invested around USD 30 millio
Toyota dealership to open Yangon store
Nezas Holdings, a Myanmar-based dealership for Toyota Motor Corp, is to open a shop early next year in Yangon. According to an article in the Myanmar Times, the showroom is to be located in the commercial capital’s Mayangone Township. Car models im
