Japan leads with 110.02 thousand researchers in vehicle manufacturing, followed by Germany and China. Over the past two years, Japan saw a 3.97% increase, while China experienced smaller growth at 2.5%. South Korea showed a notable 4.0% rise. Poland, Hungary, and Slovakia exhibited the highest growth rates globally, indicating a rise in their manufacturing capabilities. Spain and Norway showed a decline, highlighting potential challenges. The industry continued to see modest growth worldwide, with only a few countries lagging.
Future trends might include a shift towards sustainable and electric vehicle research, increasing demand for advanced automotive technologies, and potential expansion in rapidly growing markets like Eastern Europe and Asia. The focus on innovation and sustainability is expected to drive researcher engagement globally.
Top countries in Total Researchers in Manufacture of Motor Vehicles, Trailers and Semi-Trailers by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Full-Time Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Japan | 110,020 | 2023 | +2.58% | +3.97% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 102,150 | 2023 | +2.69% | +3.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 China | 101,570 | 2023 | +2.79% | +2.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 42,450 | 2023 | +3.89% | +4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 10,050 | 2023 | +3.64% | +2.85% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 5,570 | 2023 | +4.95% | +5.77% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 5,400 | 2023 | +2.59% | +2.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 2,930 | 2023 | +3.79% | +5.48% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 2,290 | 2023 | +2.21% | -1.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 2,260 | 2023 | +1.88% | +2.77% | View data |
