The transport of loaded and empty road freight in Germany is forecasted to decrease steadily from 4.55 billion vehicle-kilometers in 2024 to 3.74 billion in 2028. The forecast for 2024 shows no change from 2023, providing a baseline for analysis. From 2024 to 2025, there is a projected decline of approximately 4.6%, followed by consecutive downward trends of about 4.6%, 4.8%, and 5.1% in the subsequent years. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates an average annual decline of around 4.8%.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of technological advancements in logistics and supply chain optimization, increasing environmental regulations, and the potential shift towards more sustainable modes of transport which may influence road freight volumes and efficiency in Germany.
