In 2023, the number of self-employed individuals in the motor vehicles and motorcycles wholesale, retail trade, and repair sector in France was recorded at 470,000 persons. Forecasts predict a modest, consistent growth: 471,000 in 2024, increasing to 476,000 by 2028. This represents minimal year-on-year growth ranging from approximately 0.2% to 0.4% annually.
- From 2024 to 2025, growth is projected at 0.2%.
- The expected trend from 2025 to 2026 is an increase of 0.4%.
- Similarly, from 2026 to 2027 and 2027 to 2028, further increases of around 0.2% are anticipated.
- Over this 5-year forecast period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is approximately 0.3%.
Future trends to watch include potential economic shifts affecting self-employment dynamics, emerging technologies influencing repair practices, and regulatory changes impacting the motor vehicle and motorcycle sectors. Emphasis on sustainability and electric vehicle repairs may also transform market dynamics to consider longer term.
