In 2023, the volume of road freight transport operated for own account in Germany stood at a higher level than the projected 681.24 million metric tons for 2024. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 suggests a consistent decline in volume, dropping from 681.24 million metric tons in 2024 to 661.68 million metric tons in 2028. Year-on-year, the volume diminishes by approximately 0.74% on average across this period. This consistent downturn reflects a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) that highlights a sustained negative trend over the five years.

Future trends to watch for include:

The impact of regulatory changes on domestic freight operations, such as emissions reduction targets that may continue to influence freight volume.
The potential shift towards multimodal logistics solutions that could alleviate road freight declines.
Technological advancements in vehicle efficiency that might offset the decreasing trend in owned account transports.