Macro conditions optimize the heavy truck market in May to go out of the adjustment period
Since April 28, when the central bank announced a 27-basis-point increase in loan interest rates to initiate a new round of macroeconomic control, more than a month has passed. However, the effects of this policy have not yet become clear in May. The domestic economic environment still shows strong growth in fixed asset investment, and structural issues in foreign trade have worsened. Despite these challenges, the overall economy continues to grow rapidly, creating a favorable macroeconomic climate for the heavy truck market.
The heavy truck market is beginning to exit its "adjustment period." In May, the national heavy-duty truck market recorded total sales of 28,189 units, a year-on-year increase of 25.27% compared to 22,503 units in May of the previous year, but a 15.76% monthly decline. Among them, 4,712 heavy trucks were sold, with cumulative sales reaching 23,189 units—a year-on-year decrease of 37.38%. Meanwhile, second-chassis sales totaled 15,282 units, with cumulative sales of 70,144 units, up 11.38% year-on-year. Semi-trailer tractor sales reached 8,195 units, with cumulative sales of 34,591 units, an increase of 29.03% over the same period last year.
From January to May, total sales reached 127,924 units, marking a 1.40% year-on-year increase from 126,155 units. This marks the first time since May that the heavy truck market has shown positive growth, suggesting that after May, the market will continue to stabilize. The so-called "market adjustment period" that began in April 2005 appears to be coming to an end.
Driven by national auto industry policies, the enforcement of regulations on overloaded vehicles has intensified. Large-tonnage, high-horsepower, and high-efficiency heavy trucks are increasingly becoming the preferred choice in logistics and transportation. Additionally, heavy truck manufacturers have been actively promoting their products, leading to a noticeable recovery in the market. In May, the monthly sales championship was won by one brand, while another saw significant gains. From January to May, the competition remained stable. FAW Group took the top spot for the first time, followed by Dongfeng, China National Heavy Duty Truck in third, Shaanxi Heavy Duty Truck in fourth, and Futian Auman in fifth.
The semi-trailer tractor market has experienced a "revolution." Due to policy constraints, the sector faced a severe downturn in 2005, with a growth rate of -42.76%. However, from January to May, the market rebounded, achieving a 29.03% growth rate, signaling an exit from the previous "nightmare period." Specifically, the growth rate for quasi-trailers with a total mass between 25 and 40 tons reached 37.35%, while those over 40 tons grew by 27.52%. Companies like Shaanxi Heavy Duty Truck, Chongqing Heavy Duty Truck, Jinan Heavy Duty Truck, and FAW Group all showed varying degrees of growth.
Looking ahead, June and July may see a seasonal slowdown, but the market is expected to gradually improve. The Steyr heavy truck family maintains a competitive advantage, and the former First Legion Dongfeng, along with the Liberation series, will continue to promote new products with strong market appeal.
Competition in the heavy truck market during these two months will remain fierce. Companies are likely to launch regional or nationwide promotions, offering benefits to end users. It is estimated that the total market volume in June and July will range between 56,000 and 58,000 units.
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