The forecast for empty national road freight transport volume in France indicates a continuous decline from 2.58 billion vehicle-kilometers in 2024 to 2.22 billion vehicle-kilometers in 2028. In 2023, the volume stood at approximately 2.67 billion vehicle-kilometers, signifying a downward trend. The year-on-year percentage change from 2024 to 2025 is a decline of around 3.49%. This overall trend suggests a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of approximately -3.75% over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028.
Future trends to watch for include the potential impacts of increased fuel efficiency, shifts towards rail transport, and the implementation of sustainable logistics practices as these factors could further influence the reductions in empty road freight transport volumes in the upcoming years.
