The European Road Freight Volume of Cars and Light Motor Vehicles Retail Sector in 2023 showed notable country variations. France led with 138.0 million vehicle-kilometers despite a -15.9% decrease. Poland increased by 9.95% to 90.0 million, while Lithuania declined by 6.06% to 30.0 million. Smaller markets like Slovakia experienced significant growth at 31.95%, whereas Norway saw the largest drop of 16.74%. Countries like Sweden, Austria, and Croatia showed no change. These diverse trends highlight regional fluctuations influenced by economic and logistical factors.
Future trends to watch include:
- Increased investment in green logistics and sustainable transport methods, potentially affecting road freight volumes.
- Technological advancements in vehicle automation could impact efficiency and overall volume.
- Trade policy changes within the EU in response to global economic shifts.
- Potential supply chain implications from geopolitical tensions affecting the European market landscape.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Cars and Light Motor Vehicles Retail Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Vehicle-Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 138 | 2023 | +3.76% | -15.9% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 90 | 2023 | +5.88% | +9.95% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Lithuania | 30 | 2023 | +200% | -6.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 6 | 2023 | +100% | +3.71% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 5 | 2023 | +66.67% | +10.76% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovenia | 5 | 2023 | +25% | +20.11% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 4 | 2023 | -20% | +31.95% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 3 | 2023 | +50% | +8.45% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 3 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 3 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
