Motorcycle sales see 3.8% uptick in April

Domestic motorcycle sales slightly improved in April, attributed to sales promotions targeting prospective buyers keen on purchasing a new model, said the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

- LAMONPHET APISITNIRAN

Sales increased 3.8% year-on-year to 131,950 units in April, driven by attractive pricing, the FTI noted.

During the first quarter of this year, the market faced a sluggish domestic economy, a decline in tourist arrivals from China, and concerns over economic uncertainties caused by US President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariff policy.

"Though the number of tourists fell, marketing campaigns, especially those launched during the Bangkok International Motor Show in early April, stimulated demand," said Surapong Paisitpatanapong, vice-chairman of the FTI and the spokesman for the FTI's Automotive Industry Club.