In 2023, Germany's road freight volume stood at approximately 600 million metric tons. Between 2024 and 2028, a declining trend is evident with volumes projected to drop from roughly 570 million metric tons in 2024 to about 448 million metric tons by 2028. This represents a consistent year-on-year reduction, exemplified by a negative compound annual growth rate over these years. Particularly, 2026 to 2028 sees the steepest annual declines.

Future trends to watch include:

Potential policy shifts towards greener logistics systems may spur innovation and disrupt traditional freight patterns.
Technological advancements in automation and supply chain efficiency could offer cost-saving opportunities impacting volumes.
The development of EU transport infrastructure and regional economic conditions may further influence freight demand.