In 2023, the number of road tractors in the Netherlands stood at 82.24 thousand units. The forecasted figures show a gradual increase, reaching 85.70 thousand units by 2028. The year-on-year growth indicates a consistent upward trend, with a 0.86% increase from 2024 to 2025, a 0.85% rise from 2025 to 2026, a 0.82% gain from 2026 to 2027, and a 0.79% increment from 2027 to 2028. Over the five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) averages approximately 0.83%, suggesting stable growth in the market.
Key future trends to watch for:
- Technological advancements in vehicle efficiency and emissions reduction.
- Government policies impacting transportation and logistics sectors.
- Shifts in freight demand due to market globalization and e-commerce growth.
- Adoption of alternative fuel and electric road tractors.
