Korea GM Sold a Total of 13,750 Units Last Month... 66.1% Decrease YoY

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[Asia Economy Reporter Ki-min Lee] Korea GM announced on the 1st that it sold a total of 13,750 vehicles last month, including 3,872 units domestically and 9,878 units for export.

Korea GM explained that due to production disruptions caused by the global shortage of semiconductor chips for vehicles, domestic sales and exports last month decreased by 36.5% and 71.3%, respectively.

The Chevrolet Trailblazer led Korea GM's domestic sales performance in September, with a total of 1,582 units sold in the domestic market last month. In particular, from January to September this year, 16,295 units were sold, a 5.7% increase compared to the same period last year.

Notably, Chevrolet Colorado's domestic sales in September recorded a total of 579 units, a 366.9% increase compared to the same month last year, marking a three-month consecutive upward trend.

Seazar Toledo, Vice President of Sales, Service, and Marketing at Korea GM, stated, "Despite the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic and the shortage of vehicle semiconductor chips, Chevrolet brand's flagship models have become a strong pillar based on positive market responses. As we enter the autumn season and considering the difficult circumstances, we will strive to support and encourage domestic customers by providing full support and benefits."

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