He Automobile Barcelona It is increasingly Asian and less European. The automotive biennial fair, which will return to the FIRA of Montjuïc between May 9 and 18, will have this year a Expanded offer of Chinese brands. Specifically, one third of the almost 30 confirmed companies will come from the Asian giant.
In an informative breakfast, the promoters of the Hall have blamed the protectionist debate on the motor industry. The growing presence of Chinese brands is a “reflection” of the evolution of the sector, they have affirmed firms such as Omoda, MG, Lynk & Co, Byd and Ebrowhich manufactures its models at the old Nissan plant in the Free Zone of Barcelona, will have stand In the event. While they will also repeat teaches such as Ford, Renault, Tesla, Volvo, Seat and Cupra. However, it is not expected is the presence of No motorcycle brand.
“The one who does not come is wrong,” he said Enrique LacallePresident of Automobile Barcelona. The president of the Equestrian Circle has assured that the meeting aims to boost the sale of vehicles and electromobility at a time of transition for the sector.
According to ANFAC data, the tourism market has started 2025 with an increase in 8.4%registrations, with 162,443 sales until February. In addition, sales of electrified vehicles, both pure and plug -in hybrids, have risen 34.3%, reaching 23,267 registrations. At the moment, The market share for electrified cars amounts to 14.3%almost three percentage points more than in the same period of 2024.
Griffiths message
This year, the Hall will occupy 15% more surface In pavilions 1 and 8 of Montjuïc. The complete list of exhibitors has not yet been closed, some have already reserved large spaces. Specifically, SEAT and Cupra They will occupy the entire universe square with a great standrecalling the pavilion of previous editions.
Asked about the claims of the CEO of Seat, Wayne Griffithswho urged a renewal of the room, Lacalle has assured that they have made available to the manager to rethink the space.
The Expo promoted by the Fira de Barcelona in collaboration with ANFAC It is the largest event directly organized by the fair institution. In the next edition, the Automobile aspires to exceed the 300,000 visitors of 2023. In addition, the contest expects to benefit from the Barça-Madrid spectators, which will be held on May 11. Those who have entrance to the classic will be able to access the fair free of charge, which will begin on the 9th with a day for journalists and professionals.
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