The global volume of road traffic by country, measured in million units (vehicle-km) per motor vehicle, shows the United States leading with 17.22 million units, followed closely by Israel with 17.08 million units. Canada, Ireland, and Denmark demonstrate notable volumes as well, with values of 15.62, 15.9, and 15.37 million units respectively. On the other end, Luxembourg has significantly lower traffic volume at 2.1 million units.
Year-on-year variations for 2023 indicate marginal decreases for most countries. The United States saw a slight dip of 0.32%, while Israel decreased by 0.49%. Ireland and Australia reported noticeable drops at 3.42% and 3.15% respectively. In contrast, some countries like Canada (0.029%), Iceland (0.12%), and Malta (3.1%) experienced modest increases.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts due to advancements in transportation technologies, governmental policies on green mobility, and changing socio-economic factors affecting vehicle usage. Monitoring how these variables influence traffic volumes, particularly in developed countries with high vehicle density, will be critical for understanding long-term trends in global road traffic.
Top countries in Volume of Road Traffic by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Vehicle-Km) Per Motor Vehicle | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 17,220 | 2023 | -0.44% | -0.32% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Israel | 17,080 | 2023 | -0.59% | -0.49% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 15,900 | 2023 | +0.47% | -3.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Canada | 15,620 | 2023 | -0.064% | +0.029% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 15,370 | 2023 | -0.86% | -1.88% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 14,540 | 2023 | +0.0048% | -0.055% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 13,790 | 2023 | -0.2% | -1.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Iceland | 13,410 | 2023 | +0.52% | +0.12% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 13,410 | 2023 | +3.75% | +0.054% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 12,860 | 2023 | -0.8% | -2.01% | View data |
