The European motor vehicle industry reports significant variability in hours worked across countries. Germany leads with 857.42 million hours, indicating its robust automotive sector, while the United Kingdom, Spain, and Italy also showcase substantial labor contributions. Smaller economies like Norway and Latvia contribute minimally, emphasizing the concentrated nature of Europe's automotive production.
Year-over-year, most countries experienced growth in motor vehicle hours worked in 2023, with Germany at 1.57% and the UK at 1.82%. Notably, Poland and Hungary showed higher growth rates at 3.02% and 3.83%, respectively. Conversely, Belgium and Norway saw declines, at -7.25% and -10.1%.
Future trends to monitor include the impact of automation, shifts towards electric vehicle production, and regulatory changes across Europe. These elements may significantly alter the industry's labor dynamics and hours worked across various countries.
Top countries in Motor Vehicles Hours Worked by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 857,420,000 | 2023 | +4.49% | +1.57% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 193,940,000 | 2023 | +1.17% | +1.82% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 119,000,000 | 2023 | +3.88% | +0.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 103,310,000 | 2023 | +3.87% | -0.041% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 96,060,000 | 2023 | +1.58% | +0.93% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 72,527,000 | 2023 | +1.99% | +1.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 67,032,000 | 2023 | +1.65% | +3.02% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 44,199,000 | 2023 | +7.4% | +0.55% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 43,846,000 | 2023 | +7.05% | +3.83% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 36,956,000 | 2023 | +6.8% | +3.31% | View data |
