In 2023, Japan led in full-time equivalent researchers in motor vehicles, capturing 28.09%, followed closely by Germany at 26.08% and China at 25.93%. These three countries dominate the field. South Korea contributed 10.84%, with other nations trailing significantly. Countries like Poland, Hungary, and Finland exhibited noticeable growth in researchers, whereas Spain and Norway saw declines. The yearly trends suggest a stable increase in major players, while smaller nations like New Zealand and Estonia are rapidly growing albeit from a smaller base.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in electric and autonomous vehicles likely spurring increases in researcher numbers in leading countries and possibly new entrants. Adaptation to sustainable practices may drive shifts in researcher distribution as emerging regions respond to these challenges.
Top countries in Total Researchers in Manufacture of Motor Vehicles, Trailers and Semi-Trailers Share by Country (Units (Full-Time Equivalent))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Japan | 28.09 | 2023 | +2.58% | +3.97% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 26.08 | 2023 | +2.69% | +3.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 China | 25.93 | 2023 | +2.79% | +2.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 10.84 | 2023 | +3.89% | +4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 2.57 | 2023 | +3.64% | +2.85% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 1.42 | 2023 | +4.95% | +5.77% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 1.38 | 2023 | +2.59% | +2.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 0.75 | 2023 | +3.79% | +5.48% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 0.58 | 2023 | +2.21% | -1.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 0.58 | 2023 | +1.88% | +2.77% | View data |
