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Argentina's Moto Patent Surge
Argentina's motorcycle registrations now exceed car ratios seen in low-income countries, signaling a shift in consumer patterns.
In brief
Argentina's motorcycle registrations now exceed car ratios seen in low-income countries, signaling a shift in consumer patterns. Argentina's motorcycle registrations per car now match low-income countries, with the government launching preferential loans for vehicle purchases. Originally reported by Ambito.
Transport Shift in Argentina
Argentine consumers increasingly choose motorcycles over cars due to lower relative costs amid real wage depression.
Car Registrations Decline
From January to October 2025, car registrations dropped 12.8% to 453,067 units, with Toyota Yaris, Volkswagen Polo, and Peugeot 208 leading declines.
Motorcycle Growth
Motorcycle registrations rose 39.1% to 755,040 units, driven by Honda Wave 110S, Gilera Smash, and Keller KN110-8.
Argentina's Economic Position
Argentina has the highest per capita GDP among countries with more motorcycles than cars, with Turkey as the only higher-income nation close to this group.
The essence
Argentina's motorcycle registrations per car now match low-income countries, with the government launching preferential loans for vehicle purchases.
