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19-Oct-2001
Asia Pacific
Market Research
4276-01-00-00-00
AU00144-EU-MR_08744
This study provides a strategic insight into the current scenario - the market drivers, restraints, challenges, opportunities, and competitive scenario - in the Malaysian automotive industry.
Market Overview
- Market Overview
- Summary of Major Findings
- Conclusions and Recommendations
Market Overview and Definitions
- Market Overview and Definitions
Industry Challenges
- Industry Challenges
- Depreciation of the Japanese Yen Pressurizes Domestic Vehicle Manufacturers
- Attractive Financing Terms for Domestic Vehicles Hurt Foreign Vehicle Assemblers
- Market Liberalization is Expected to Intensify Competition
- Domestic Vehicle Manufacturers Create Brand Loyalty Among Consumers
- Domestic Companies are Challenged to Expand Capacities
- International Partners Need To Be Convinced to Maintain Assembly Operations in Malaysia
- Introduction of New Models is Likely to Spur Sales
- Offering an Extensive; Efficient and Cost-Effective After-Sales Service Network is Essential
Market Drivers
- Market Drivers
- Poor Public Transportation Drives Growth of the Vehicle Market
- Regulatory Initiatives Drive Growth of Sales
- Low Inflation Rate Enhances Automotive Purchase
- Stable Exchange Rates Eliminate Exchange Risk
- Depreciating Yen Results in Positive Sales
- Healthy Economic Growth Drives Sales
- Positive Industrial Growth Affects the Demand for Commercial Vehicles
- Improvement of Infrastructure Supports Growth
- Localization of Vehicle Development will Boost Sales
Market Restraints
- Market Restraints
- Downturn in the Stock Market Has Dampened New Vehicle Purchases
- Unfavorable Financing Terms for the Purchase of Commercial Vehicles and Motorcycles
- AFTA Will Result in Postponement of Vehicle Purchase
- Declining Rural Income Stifles Market Growth
- High Fatality Rates Deter Motorcycle Purchase
Market Forecasts
- Market Forecasts
Competitive Analysis
- Passenger Cars
- Commercial Vehicles
- 4x4 Vehicles
- Motorcycles
Market Trends
- Safety and Modern Design
- Commercial Vehicle Segment Less Than 5000 GVW Gaining Popularity
- Rapid New Model Introductions
- Increasing Focus on Offering Better After Sales Service
Regulatory Trends
- Emission Norms
- Government Protectionism
- ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA)
- Common Effective Preferential Tariff (CEPT)
- World Trade Organization (WTO)
Market Overview and Definitions
Industry Challenges
Market Drivers
Market Restraints
Market Forecasts
Aftermarket Distribution Structure
Market Trends
Conclusions
- Market Overview and Definitions
Vehicle Manufacturers
Parts and Component Manufacturers
Important Industry Organizations:
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| Industries | Automotive |
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