During the second quarter of 2021, there was an increase in imports of motorcycles from Central America, reporting an 84% increase in purchases in the region.
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The Dominican Republic, through the National System of Emergency Attention and Security 911, tenders the acquisition of 192 different vehicles that will cover emergency services and patient transfer, therefore, they must be stocked with medicines and equipped.
Dominican Republic Government Purchase 911-CCC-LPN-2021-0018:
"Sistema Nacional de Atencion a Emergencias y Seguridad 911, requires for the entire country the acquisition of different vehicles fully equipped to cover emergency services, care and transfer of patients.
The Instituto Dominicano del Cafe tenders the purchase of vehicles and motorcycles for the institute's technical staff.
Dominican Republic Government Purchase INDOCAFE-CCC-LPN-2021-0003:
"The institution INDOCAFE, requires the purchase of the following vehicles for the use of its employees.
* 2 pickup trucks, 4x4 traction with automatic transmission, year 2022, 2.5 liter to 3 liter engine, 4 cylinders, turbo diesel, 6 to 7 speed automatic transmission, dual zone factory air conditioning, 6 air bags, cloth seats with capacity for 5 passengers, minimum warranty of 3 years or 100 thousand kilometers.
In 2020, motorcycle imports in Central America totaled $365 million, a 1.42% increase over 2019, with Guatemala being the largest importer in the region.
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During the first months of 2021, 20% of the automobile-type vehicles circulating on the streets of Central American countries were Honda, Mazda, Chevrolet and Ford brands, while of the total number of light-duty vehicles, Isuzu, Hyundai and Hino accounted for 10%.
The report "Vehicle fleet in Central America", from CentralAmericaData's Business Intelligence area, gathers the most updated information on the automotive market in Central American countries.
In the Dominican Republic, the National Police is bidding for the supply of 133 vehicles of different types and clothing for use by members of the institution.
Dominican Republic Government Purchase POLICIA NACIONAL-CCC-LPN-2021-0003:
"Vehicles required:
-72 double cab 4WD pickup trucks
-28 motorcycles of 150 cc
-14 motorcycles of 250 cc
-7 long bed trucks
The General Directorate of Public Procurement tenders the supply of motorcycles, utility vehicles and nautical vehicles and equipment, for a two-year term.
Panama Government Purchase 2021-1-27-0-99-LM-002438:
"Scooter motorcycles with cylinder capacity between 100 cc and 150 cc, dual purpose 4-stroke motorcycles with cylinder capacity between 125 cc and 1050 cc, cruiser motorcycles with cylinder capacity between 125 cc and 150 cc are required.
From January to September 2020, motorcycle imports in the region totaled $237 million, 11% less than in the same period of 2019, a drop explained by the behavior of purchases from El Salvador, Honduras, Panama and Costa Rica.
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The Supreme Court of Justice tenders the supply of sedan type vehicles, pick up, motorcycles and units to be used as ambulances.
El Salvador Government Purchase LP 30/2021:
"Detail of vehicles tendered:
-90 sedan type automobile units
-23 pick up type units, double cabin 4x4
20 all-terrain motorcycle type units
-2 units to be used as a high roof ambulance
The Instituto Nacional de Aguas Potables y Alcantarillados tenders the supply of pickup trucks, motorcycles and minibuses.
Dominican Republic Government Purchase INAPA-CCC-LPN-2021-0007:
"Detail of vehicles required:
-99 motorcycles of 110 cc
-50 motorcycles of 125 cc
-30 4x4 four-door, double cab, automatic transmission and turbo diesel trucks
-18 4x4 pickup trucks, single cab, turbo diesel, and automatic transmission
Restrictions on mobilization due to the number of plates, the fear of using public transportation and the increase in demand for delivery services explain the 8% growth that Guatemala's vehicle fleet experienced between 2019 and 2020.
As a result of the outbreak of covid-19, during the second quarter of 2020, Guatemalan authorities decided to suspend ground passenger transportation and also imposed restrictions on the mobility of vehicles with private plates, which were applied based on their license plate number.
During the last months of 2020 in the region's markets, the number of Internet searches and conversations associated with motorcycles decreased, a decrease that can be explained by the behavior of most countries.
Through a system that monitors in real time changes in consumer interests and preferences in Central American countries, developed by CentralAmericaData, it is possible to project short and long term demand trends for the different products, sectors and markets operating in the region.
In this context of pandemic and mobility restrictions, the number of Internet searches associated with scooters and mopeds increased significantly in most Central American markets.
Through a system that monitors in real time changes in consumer interests and preferences in Central American countries, developed by CentralAmericaData, it is possible to project short and long term demand trends for the different products, sectors and markets operating in the region.
From January to June 2020, motorcycle imports in Central America totaled $164 million, 11% less than in the same period in 2019, a decrease that is explained by the behavior of purchases from El Salvador, Honduras, Panama and Costa Rica.
Figures from the Trade Intelligence Unit of CentralAmericaData: [GRAFICA caption="Click to interact with graphic"]
Because the company will focus on other markets, starting December 17, it will close the store that was engaged in the marketing of motorcycles and accessories of the American brand Harley-Davidson.
According to information provided by Red Motors, a company that sells motorcycles in the Costa Rican market, the closing of operations is because the brand plans to focus on 50 specific markets, especially in North America, Europe and parts of Asia.
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