Japanese Automobile Production Sees Slight Decline in First Half of 2025, But Electrified Vehicle Production Surges
Tokyo, Japan – July 31, 2025 – The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) has released its report on Japanese automobile production for the first half of 2025, revealing a slight decrease in overall output compared to the same period in the previous year. However, the report highlights a dramatic surge in the production of Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs), which more than doubled.
According to JETRO’s findings, published today at 15:00 JST, the total number of passenger cars produced in Japan during the first half of 2025 experienced a modest decline. While the specific percentage was not immediately detailed in the announcement, the indication of a “slight decrease” suggests a period of adjustment within the broader automotive industry.
However, the undeniable star of the report is the unprecedented growth in the production of electrified vehicles. BEVs and PHEVs, often collectively referred to as new energy vehicles (NEVs) or xEVs, saw their production figures skyrocket by an impressive 2.4 times compared to the first half of 2024. This substantial increase underscores a significant shift in consumer demand and automotive manufacturing priorities towards more sustainable and environmentally friendly transportation solutions.
This trend aligns with global efforts to decarbonize the transportation sector and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Japanese automakers have been investing heavily in the research, development, and production of BEVs and PHEVs, and this report indicates that these investments are beginning to bear fruit in terms of tangible output.
The robust growth in BEV and PHEV production signals a positive outlook for Japan’s automotive industry in its transition towards electrification. It also suggests that Japanese manufacturers are increasingly competitive in the rapidly expanding global market for electric vehicles.
Further details regarding the specific production figures for all vehicle types, as well as regional breakdowns and contributing factors to the overall production trends, are expected to be elaborated upon in the full JETRO report. Industry analysts will be keen to examine these specifics to gain a deeper understanding of the dynamics shaping the Japanese automotive landscape in 2025 and beyond.
2025年上半期乗用車生産台数は前年同期比でやや減少も、BEV・PHEVは2.4倍に
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