According to figures released by the Japan Industrial Vehicles Association on August 22, forklift truck production in July totaled 9693 units (a 5.3% increase, preliminary figures), consisting of 6159 battery-powered forklifts (up 1.3% year-on-year) and 3534 engine-powered forklifts (up 13.1%).
Japan Industrial Vehicles Association: Forklift truck production increased by 5.3% in March.
August 22, 2025 / Surveys and Statistics
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