By the month of August 2025, Brazil’s automotive exports reached 57,100 vehicles, marking the highest monthly level since June 2018. This figure represents a 19.3% increase over July and a 49.3% increase compared to August 2024. Argentina played a pivotal role, accounting for 59% of the country’s annual exports.
From January to August, total exports summed 313,300 units, up 12.1% compared to the same period in 2024. Production stood at 247,000 vehicles in August, nearly flat from July (+3%) but down 4.8% year-on-year. Overall production in the year reached 1.743 million units, an increase of 6% over 2024. Domestic market performance remained largely stable, with 225,400 vehicle registrations in August, though the average daily sales were slightly below 2024 levels at 10.7 thousand per day, raising caution for the final quarter
Source: Automotive Business
PSR Analysis: The surge in Brazilian vehicle exports to Argentina—responsible for nearly 60% of Brazil’s shipments—highlights the improving demand environment in Argentina during with the new economic model adopted by the current administration. Despite initial austerity and fiscal adjustment, Argentina’s automotive import rebound suggests gradual stabilization of consumer credit, exchange conditions, and industrial demand. The new orthodox economic agenda, focused on reducing deficits and liberalizing markets, appears to have restored a measure of business confidence, enabling stronger trade flows.
Fabio Ferraresi is Director, Business Development, South America, for Power Systems Research
