Românii nu mai au bani nici de mașini noi, nici de „vechituri”. Piețele au scăzut cu 10,4%, respectiv cu 13,4% • Newsweek România

The Romanian auto market is experiencing a significant decline, with new car registrations dropping by 10.4% and used cars by 13.4% in the first eight months of 2026 compared to the previous year. In August 2026, only 9,473 new cars were registered, marking a 36.9% decrease from August 2025. The market for electric and hybrid vehicles is growing, with electrified cars holding a 65% market share. Dacia Duster has surpassed Dacia Logan in popularity, while Tesla leads in electric vehicle sales. The used car market also saw a decline, with registrations down 14.5% in August 2026 compared to the previous year.