Toyota South Africa Motors retained its market leadership position during May, with 8,043 units sold which translates to 16.8 per cent market share; while the brand also retained its market share of the overall Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) segment at 25.2 per cent.
For the second consecutive month the overall the market showed a slight decline of 3.2 per cent if compared to the same period last year, with the passenger segment showing a decline of 5.4 per cent.
Another worrying trend is the continuous decline in Car Rental sales which has deteriorated by 19.5 per cent compared to the same period last year.
On the Trucks front, Hino South Africa achieved a solid 316 units sold, placing the brand in third position with a market share of just under 13 per cent.
Top performers from the Toyota stable included the Hilux at 2,608 units, Corolla/Auris/Quest combination with 1,400 units and RAV 4 which continues to lead the Small Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) sales race with 416 units finding a home during May.