Colombia, the country with the biggest increase in car sales in Latin America in 2026
The Latin American automotive market started 2026 with the accelerator to the floor. According to the latest report from the Latin American Association of Automotive Distributors (ALADDA), vehicle sales in the region grew 3.1% in January compared to the same month in 2025.
TL;DR
- Colombia's automotive market grew by 38.9% in January 2026, making it the fastest-growing in Latin America.
- Ecuador also showed strong growth, with a 37.0% increase in sales.
- The Dominican Republic and Paraguay experienced significant declines in sales.
- Colombia's growth was consistent across both light vehicles (38.1% increase) and heavy vehicles (45.4% increase).
- This growth is seen as an indicator of increased economic activity, including cargo and transport.
- The president of Aconauto suggested government programs to encourage the replacement of older vehicles with newer models.