The data shows a general upward trend in passenger road transport by motor vehicles in Germany from 2013 through 2023, with notable fluctuations. Passenger kilometers increased consistently from 2013 to 2016 with a peak in 2016, followed by slight declines in 2017 and 2018. Another uptick occurred in 2019 before plummeting in 2020 due to external factors, likely the COVID-19 pandemic. A strong recovery began in 2021, continuing through 2023, standing at 1026.2 Billion Passenger Kilometers. The year-on-year variations highlight significant volatility, particularly in 2020 and 2021. The last five years have shown an average CAGR of 0.25%.
Future trends to watch for:
- The forecast indicates a steady increase at an average growth rate of 0.14% annually through 2028, with a 5-year projected growth rate of 0.7%.
- Potential external shocks, changes in environmental policies, and advances in sustainable transport technologies could significantly alter these projections.
