The 2023 data indicates substantial variation in the number of trailers by country within the permissible gross weight bracket of 751 to 3,500 kg. The Netherlands leads with a value of 1.03 million metric tons, followed closely by France at 1.01. Notably, smaller values are observed in Eastern European countries and Malta. Year-on-year, Hungary, Croatia, and the Baltic states exhibited strong growth rates exceeding 6%, while Austria and Finland showed restrained expansion. Cumulatively, these trends over five years reflect a progressive increase in the number of trailers in these weight categories, driven by economic and infrastructural growth.
Future trends to monitor include legislation impacting trailer weight categories in the EU and environmental regulations, which could influence manufacturing and adoption rates. Additionally, economic conditions and technological advancements in trailer design and materials might push the market towards increased efficiency and usage rates across Europe.
Top countries in Number of Trailers with Permissible Gross Weight Between 751 and 3,500 kg by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 1,030 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 2 | 2 France | 1,010 | 2023 | +1.1% | +0.98% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 592 | 2023 | +1.02% | +0.74% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 450 | 2023 | +2.51% | +2.9% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 420 | 2023 | +3.45% | +5.01% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Switzerland | 352.13 | 2023 | +2.16% | +2.65% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 203.36 | 2023 | +2.83% | +4.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 145 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 9 | 9 Spain | 128 | 2023 | +4.07% | +3.84% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 80.03 | 2023 | +1.99% | +6.01% | View data |
