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Heavy Duty Market Summary
Domestic truck sales in 2018 are estimated at 86,500,000 units, a 43% increase over 2017, after three years of decreased sales. About 70% of the cargo transportation in Brazil is made by heavy trucks, so the sector was negatively impacted by the recent economic recession in Brazil. The Brazilian truck fleet is of 2 million trucks, whose average age is 11.7 years. The truck models in Brazil are predominantly European, so U.S. parts and accessory suppliers have some disadvantage in this market.
Specialty Equipment Market Summary
Contran (The National Transit Council) does not allow for exposed engines, butterfly doors and hydraulic suspensions. Automotive tinted glass films have to allow for transmission of at least 75% of the light. There are no restrictions to esthetic mechanical tuning, with addition of lights, sporting coolers, colored air filters, and chrome engine covers. Nevertheless, turbo compressor is not permitted. For a bolder design, tuning firms install scoops, which help cool the engines.
Used and Remanufactured Market Summary
Imports of used cars and automotive parts are not allowed in Brazil. However, imports of antique cars, which are those 30+ years of age, for cultural and collection purposes, are authorized. The legislation on the subject is Rule 235 of December 7, 2006 (Portaria 235). Imports of antique cars are also subject to the environmental license issued by the Brazilian Environmental Institute (IBAMA).
The Brazilian government imposes a series of restrictions on the importation of used equipment and importation of used parts and accessories. Regulation 370 (Portaria) of the Brazilian Ministry of Industry, Commerce and International Trade dated November 28, 1994 establishes the rules and regulations for importing remanufactured or used parts for machinery and automotive parts.
For More Information about exporting to Brazil contact:
Teresa Wagner
Commercial Specialist - Global Auto & Smart Mobility Team
U.S. Consulate São Paulo, Brazil
55 (11) 5186 - 7177