In 2023, Spain led the European import market for motor vehicle bodies with a 23.38% share, followed by Czechia (18.93%) and Belgium (18.82%). Spain's import share surged by 38.8% year-on-year, indicating strong growth potential alongside Poland (13.11%) and Sweden (11.22%). However, the United Kingdom (-6.03%) and Ireland (-27.18%) witnessed declines. The past five years saw varied compound growth across regions, with notable advancements from smaller markets like Malta.
Future trends to watch include Spain's continued dominance, potential recovery in the UK, and the impact of evolving EU environmental regulations, which could influence import patterns and drive innovation in body designs through 2024 and beyond.
Top countries in Import of Motor Vehicles Bodies Share by Country (Units (Items))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 23.38 | 2023 | +9.92% | +38.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czechia | 18.93 | 2023 | |||
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 18.82 | 2023 | +19.98% | +1.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 13.32 | 2023 | -0.9% | -6.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 5.42 | 2023 | +5.33% | +1.1% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 3.44 | 2023 | +1.74% | -0.0098% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 2.32 | 2023 | +1.92% | -3.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 2.31 | 2023 | +3.6% | +0.37% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 2.06 | 2023 | +3.19% | +13.11% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 2.02 | 2023 | +7.92% | +2.59% | View data |
