The data series on road passenger transport movements by passenger cars in the Netherlands reveals significant fluctuations between 2013 and 2023. Starting with a gradual decrease from 145.4 Billion Passenger Kilometers in 2013, the value saw slight ups and downs, with a notable drop in 2015 and recovery by 2018. However, 2020 marked a drastic decline by 28.63%, primarily attributable to the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite this, a recovery trend was observed in 2021 and 2022. In 2023, the value stood at 118.39 Billion Passenger Kilometers, reflecting a 5.69% decline from the previous year and a -4.31% CAGR over the last 5 years.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Continued recovery post-pandemic.
- Impact of sustainable transport initiatives and the possible shift towards public transport and electric vehicles.
- Technological advancements such as autonomous vehicles possibly influencing future passenger kilometers.
