This analysis of plug-in hybrid diesel-electric motor coaches, buses, and trolley buses in Europe for 2023 shows Spain leading with 92 units, followed by Norway with 81, and France with 60. Luxembourg and Germany trail with 29 and 6 units, respectively. Norway exhibited substantial growth with an 84.01% increase year-on-year, while Denmark also noted an increase at 14.87%. By contrast, France experienced a slight decline of 4.11%, with stable figures in Luxembourg, Germany, Finland, and Portugal.
Looking ahead, the focus will likely shift towards advancing technology, improving charging infrastructure, and government incentives to further promote adoption across Europe. Monitoring advancements in battery efficiency and reductions in overall vehicle cost will be critical for future growth in these sectors.
Top countries in Number of Plug-In Hybrid Diesel-Electric Motor Coaches, Buses and Trolley Buses by Country
| # | 8 Countries | Units | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 92 | 2023 | +46.03% | +45.72% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Norway | 81 | 2023 | +17.39% | +84.01% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 60 | 2023 | +3.45% | -4.11% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Luxembourg | 29 | 2023 | +11.54% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 6 | 2023 | +20% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 3 | 2023 | 0% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 2 | 2023 | -60% | +14.87% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 1 | 2023 | 0% | View data |
