From 2013 to 2023, the number of electric motor coaches, buses, and trolley buses in Austria showed variability, starting at 139 units in 2013 and reaching 192 units in 2023. The series experienced fluctuations, with notable increases in 2016 (7.97%), 2018 (7.69%), and a significant jump in 2022 (16.09%). It, however, faced occasional declines like in 2014 (-5.76%) and 2017 (-4.03%) with a significant dip in 2023 (-4.95%). Overall, the period from 2018 to 2023 had an average annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.51%.
Future trends to watch for include the forecasted increase to 224 units by 2028, with an average annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.5% from 2024-2028 and an overall growth rate of 13.13%. Factors like technological advancements, government incentives, and the push for greener public transport will likely drive these trends.
