Abstract:

The ICCT’s European Vehicle Market Statistics 2023/24 Pocketbook offers an annual statistical snapshot of the evolving landscape of the EU’s car, van, truck, and bus markets in their journey toward decarbonization. The report encompasses data spanning from 2001 to 2022, focusing on vehicle sales, fuel efficiency, greenhouse gas emissions, and air pollutants. For user-friendly navigation through the facts and figures, please visit our website at eupocketbook.org.

The latest findings from the 2023/24 report indicate a sustained decline in vehicle sales across the EU market. This trend has persisted since the peak in 2019, with the COVID-19 pandemic causing a setback in sales growth. In 2021, sales continued to contract, falling by 3% compared to the previous year and plummeting by 26% in comparison to the 2019 peak.

In terms of the electric car market, the report highlights a stabilization in early 2023, following a remarkable period of growth. In 2022, the EU’s electric passenger car market share reached 22%, establishing a significant presence. While this exceeded the United States, which registered a 7% market share, the EU still trailed behind China, where electric vehicles accounted for a substantial 32% of the market.