In 2023, the volume of road traffic in the Netherlands stood at 11.42 million vehicle-km per motor vehicle. From 2024 to 2028, a consistent decline in road traffic is forecasted. The traffic volumes are expected to decrease from 11.22 million in 2024 to 10.41 million in 2028, revealing a downward trend.
Year-on-year percentage variations indicate:
- -1.87% in 2024
- -1.88% in 2025
- -1.82% in 2026
- -1.85% in 2027
- -1.88% in 2028
Over the last two years, the variation shows a noticeable declining trend, with the average annual decline (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period being approximately -1.86%. This indicates an ongoing reduction in vehicle kilometers per motor vehicle.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of increasing investments in public transportation, growing adoption of remote working, and policy changes aimed at reducing carbon emissions. These factors could further influence the downward trend in road traffic volumes.
