The European end-of-life vehicles (ELV) recycling sector displays significant variation across countries. France and the UK lead in recycling volumes, whereas countries like Lithuania and Croatia showcased the highest recent growth rates of 11.59% and 21.5%, respectively. Notable decreases were observed in Germany and Sweden. Smaller countries like Luxembourg and Liechtenstein showed volatility with notable declines in output. Overall, the ELV market has experienced mixed year-on-year changes with a blend of growth and contraction across the region.
Future trends to watch include advancements in recycling technologies, policy pressures for higher sustainability standards, and changes in vehicle ownership patterns, which may further shape the ELV recycling landscape in Europe.
Top countries in End-of-life Vehicles Recycling and Reuse by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 1,642,200 | 2023 | +5.04% | +1.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 1,526,900 | 2023 | +2.45% | +2.43% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 964,870 | 2023 | -2.24% | -0.57% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 786,270 | 2023 | +1.45% | +1.28% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 666,670 | 2023 | +12% | +5.3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 414,970 | 2023 | -1.73% | -4.37% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 198,550 | 2023 | -0.89% | -3.03% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 188,270 | 2023 | +1.32% | -0.64% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 187,070 | 2023 | +2.52% | +2.71% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 182,760 | 2023 | +3.1% | +2.07% | View data |
