Global light vehicle production – October 2026 update

Production forecasts align with Automotive World’s total industry volume (TIV) outlook, with figures for each model reflecting expected demand over its lifecycle. Quantitative factors considered include historical performance and available manufacturing capacity, alongside qualitative variables such as initial market reception, the credibility of OEM-stated targets and internal/external competition. The applicability of these criteria varies between all models, but particularly those which are brand new platforms or new generations of existing models.