The automotive industry is experiencing mixed performance in different countries. In Brazil, both production and sales are declining. China is facing tough competition between dealerships. France has seen a slight rebound in sales and production. Italy's insolvencies are still high. Spain has seen a rebound in production and car registrations. The UK is experiencing growing production and sales. The Czech Republic and Ukraine could be impacted by the crisis. Germany is growing its share of car production overseas. The general outlook for each sector is excellent in the UK, good in France, fair in Italy, poor in Spain, and bleak in the Czech Republic and Ukraine.