In 2023, France led the European road freight volume for cars and light motor vehicles retail with 2.14 billion tonne kilometers, despite a notable decline of 14.25% from the previous year. Poland followed with a value of 1.17, showing an 8.28% increase, while Lithuania and Spain demonstrated significant fluctuations with decreases and increases of 5.96% and 23.73% respectively. Countries like Portugal and Slovenia experienced growth, while Austria and Luxembourg saw the steepest declines of 17.04% and 24.21%, highlighting divergent trends across Europe.
Looking ahead, the European road freight sector for vehicles is expected to be influenced by shifts towards sustainable logistics, advancements in electric vehicle transport infrastructure, and evolving regulatory frameworks focused on reducing carbon emissions. These factors will likely determine the regional dynamics and growth trajectories in the future.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Cars and Light Motor Vehicles Retail Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Tonne Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 2,140 | 2023 | +5.53% | -14.25% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 1,170 | 2023 | +5.04% | +8.28% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Lithuania | 353 | 2023 | +152.14% | -5.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 60 | 2023 | +17.65% | +4.13% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovenia | 55 | 2023 | +14.58% | +8.55% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 43 | 2023 | +4.88% | -3.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 30 | 2023 | 0% | -7.99% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 29 | 2023 | +107.14% | +23.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 28 | 2023 | +86.67% | -9.45% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 14 | 2023 | +40% | -3.81% | View data |
