Sales, Production, Powertrain Forecasting

The leading independent and exclusively automotive focused global forecasting and market intelligence service provider of automotive sales, production, powertrain and electrification.

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For experts
by experts

We offer the automotive industry the information, insight and expertise needed to power better business decisions in a world defined by change

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Tomorrow's world demands
a response today

Turning risk into opportunity requires careful planning, execution and best competitive intelligence

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Success requires
smart thinking

Navigating the automotive sector is complex but incorporating the right guidance, at the right time, can unlock significant opportunities and mitigate risks

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Automotive Forecasting

Covering 135 countries and over 150 sales groups, the LMC Automotive team examines global automotive industry dynamics from every angle – macroeconomic trends, sales and demand dynamics, regulatory impacts, manufacturing strategies and technological change.

Blog: Why the transition from ICE to BEV is seeing a return to rear-wheel-drive

Legacy BEVs have mostly been conversions of ICE-powered vehicles and therefore front-wheel-drive. However, a dedicated battery-electric architecture offers multiple benefits and automakers have been adopting rear-wheel-drive – some for the first time – particularly in new, dedicated electric platforms.

Events

LMC hosts frequent webinars and events in which our team of experts provide insight and analysis. We are also often invited to participate in external events and conferences. Check back regularly for a full schedule of our speaking engagements.

Public Data

We offer timely reporting of the latest data sets and estimates for several automotive markets around the world. Access our Public Data page to find out more about LMC's unique Global SAAR in addition to monthly updates on China's automotive market.

30

years of experience

We have been forecasting the automotive industry since the 1980s. Hear more about LMC Automotive

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24

hours

With global presence around the world there will always be someone available to answer your questions

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99%

global coverage

We forecast globally, regionally and at country level. Find out more about what we offer

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Our Services

Our services provide the insight and tools required to help you better understand the opportunities and challenges facing the industry.

We offer forecasts and market intelligence and analysis into automotive sales, production, powertrain and electrification.

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How we can help you

Whether you are a supplier to the automotive industry, an OEM or other industry participant, LMC’s automotive forecasts can help you with your short-term (operational) monitoring, midterm (tactical) planning and long-term (strategic) initiatives.

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