Production of Four Japanese Auto Makers in China Falls to Below 40% of Peak Levels
From April to September 2026, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, and Mazda produced a combined 1.02 million vehicles in China, a 32% year-on-year drop—the lowest for this period since 2008 and less than 40% of the peak recorded in the same period of 2020. Honda's production in China was approximately 132,000 units, plunging by 60% year-on-year.
Production of Four Japanese Auto Manufacturers in China Falls to Less Than 40% of Peak Levels
From April to September 2026, the combined production of Toyota, Honda, Nissan, and Mazda in China totaled approximately 1.02 million units, a year-on-year decrease of 32%. This marks a new low for the same period since 2008, representing less than 40% of the peak level seen during the same period in 2020.
Among them, Honda's production in China was about 132,000 units, a year-on-year drop of 60% and a decline of roughly 90% from its 2020 peak. Honda plans to reduce its annual production capacity for fuel vehicles in China from 1.49 million to 1 million units.
Sina Technology