Toyota Remains World’s Biggest Carmaker

Toyota Motor Corp. sold 5.10 million vehicles in the first half of 2014, retaining its position as the world's largest carmaker.

Volkswagen Group displaced General Motor Co. for second place, outselling GM by 4.97 million to 4.92 million vehicles in January-June.

First-half growth rates for Toyota, VW and GM were 3.8%, 5.9% and 1.4%, respectively.

Analysts note that VW's total includes sales of commercial trucks. When the comparison is restricted to passenger vehicle sales, GM outsold VW in the first half.