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Articles by Juan Felipe Munoz

Is Tesla a premium car brand?

The company features cutting-edge technology and good positioning, but is that enough?

By Christopher Smith 25 March 2023

Details about Fiat brand global sales in 2022

With 1.17 million units sold in 2022, Fiat was the 18th best-selling global brand but the top seller within Stellantis.

By Juan Felipe Munoz 19 March 2023

What's the matter with Jaguar?

What's the matter with Jaguar?

Sales are down 40 percent versus 2020, the toughest year of the pandemic. An electric reboot could be just what the doctor ordered.

By Christopher Smith 11 March 2023

Tesla gets closer to the German premium car brands

Tesla gets closer to the German premium car brands

Tesla sold over one million cars for the first time in 2022.

By Christopher Smith 05 March 2023

Will the SUV boom ever end?

Will the SUV boom ever end?

SUVs were 45 percent of global car sales last year, but will they get too big and heavy for their own good?

By Brian Potter 27 February 2023

The Dodge Challenger challenges Ford Mustang leadership in 2022

The Dodge Challenger challenges Ford Mustang leadership in 2022

Global sales of these iconic cars are declining, and the Mustang is close to losing its crown on the world stage.

By Christopher Smith 20 February 2023

The best-selling cars in Europe: on the podium Peugeot 208, Sandero and T-Roc

The best-selling cars in Europe: on the podium Peugeot 208, Sandero and T-Roc

In 2022 the Peugeot 208 dethrones the VW Golf after 14 years. Second the Dacia Sandero, then VW T-Roc. The Model Y first among the EVs.

By Juan Felipe Munoz 03 February 2023

World’s top 10 largest new car markets in 2022

World’s top 10 largest new car markets in 2022

Global volume fell to 78.49 million units (78 countries). India overtakes Japan for the first time to move into third place.

By Juan Felipe Munoz 27 January 2023

The best-selling cars in the world in 2022

The best-selling cars in the world in 2022

The editors of the Motor1.com network have put together the data on the best-selling cars in 2022. Here are the results country by country.

By Juan Felipe Munoz 20 January 2023

New year, old market: 2023 global sales stalled

New year, old market: 2023 global sales stalled

Sales are estimated at between 79 and 81 million units (approximately 79.4 in 2022). China and India are growing. Europe and USA flat. Russia is bad.

By Juan Felipe Munoz 13 January 2023

Almost half of new cars presented in 2022 are Chinese

Almost half of new cars presented in 2022 are Chinese

The automakers from China presented 62 new cars

By Juan Felipe Munoz 29 December 2022

Hybrid or Electric: Toyota’s dilemma

Hybrid or Electric: Toyota’s dilemma

Leader of hybrid engines, the Japanese company seems to be late in the development of electric powertrains. What will be its future?

By Juan Felipe Munoz 22 December 2022

Tesla: The car maker with the second oldest lineup in the world

Tesla: The car maker with the second oldest lineup in the world

But who is first?

By Juan Felipe Munoz 09 December 2022

Chinese cars in Europe: Who will suffer the most from the invasion?

Chinese cars in Europe: Who will suffer the most from the invasion?

Fiat, Ford, but also Mitsubishi and Honda could be among the brands most hurt by the wave of Chinese cars arriving in Europe.

By Brian Potter 02 December 2022

Obesity of cars, the new challenge of the industry

Obesity of cars, the new challenge of the industry

The increase in size, the weight of the batteries, and the SUV phenomenon has lead to mass increases of +21% in Europe in 20 years.

By Juan Felipe Munoz 17 November 2022

How much do premium cars cost more than "normal" ones?

How much do premium cars cost more than "normal" ones?

How much more do you really pay for a premium car over its mainstream counterpart?

By Juan Felipe Munoz 03 November 2022

Electric car sales gap widens as market demand becomes more divided

Electric car sales gap widens as market demand becomes more divided

Scandinavia, Northern Europe lead the way whilst California is the trailblazer in the USA.

By Juan Felipe Munoz 27 October 2022

MG: Dacia's next real competitor in Europe

MG: Dacia's next real competitor in Europe

Just like Dacia, the SAIC-controlled brand focuses on quality at competitive prices. And so it doubles its sales in Europe.

By Juan Felipe Munoz 21 October 2022

Italy vs Brazil: The two faces of Fiat

Italy vs Brazil: The two faces of Fiat

In Italy Fiat is constantly losing market share. However, in Brazil it grows thanks to the introduction of new products.

By Juan Felipe Munoz 29 September 2022

Europe: The last safe haven for the estate

Europe: The last safe haven for the estate

Almost 2 in 3 estates sold are in Europe, but in the US they have lost appeal in favour of MPVs and in China they don't break through.

By Juan Felipe Munoz 22 September 2022

The Purosangue puts Ferrari into a lucrative segment

The Purosangue puts Ferrari into a lucrative segment

Ferrari wants to open up a new segment, but in the meantime it enters an exclusive niche of 15,000 hyper-SUVs a year

By Brian Potter 16 September 2022

Crazy new car prices continue to rise as EVs remain unaffordable for most

Crazy new car prices continue to rise as EVs remain unaffordable for most

In Europe, the average cost of petrol cars rose by € 8,600 between 2015 and 2022. And EVs are not yet an alternative.

By Juan Felipe Munoz 08 September 2022

Are Chinese cars on par with brands abroad?

Are Chinese cars on par with brands abroad?

The market is growing, and more cars are coming from China. Will they find success against established brands in other regions?

By Brian Potter 05 September 2022

Vinfast and TOGG, do the new car brands have potential?

Vinfast and TOGG, do the new car brands have potential?

The brands from Vietnam and Turkey are already successful in their countries, but the challenge will be to enter the global market.

By Brian Potter 26 August 2022

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