Industry Statistics and Trends
Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe key trends
Falling car production reduces orders.
European car production has declined since 2018, cutting orders for motor vehicle bodies. Supply chain issues due to semiconductor shortages continue to weigh on output.
Interest in recreational vehicles wanes.
The staycation trend pushed up demand for caravans and motorhomes during the pandemic, but weak disposable incomes have eaten into sales more recently.
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Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 8.1 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €43.7bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
Dwindling car production in the UK, France and Spain diminishes orders from carmakers
- European car production has stalled since 2018, slashing orders for car body makers like German-based Barnard Krone.
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Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
New electric car models committed to European plants elevate orders for car body makers in the UK
- European giants like Volkswagen, Jaguar Land Rover and Nissan have committed to the production of new hybrid and electric models, boosting orders for vehicle bodies.
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Revenue
€43.7bn
Employees
239k
Wages
€X.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Lear Corporation Inc | 25,075.0 | 1,930.0 | 7.7 | |
Volvo AB | 53,470.0 | 5,490.0 | 10.3 | |
Magna International Inc | 40,936.0 | 1,104.0 | 2.7 |
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Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Europe is €43.7bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 9,806 businesses in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 0.8 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 8.1 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe include?
Motor vehicle bodies and Recreational vehicles are part of the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry is Germany.
How competitive is the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and increasing in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Austria
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in France
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Lithuania
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in the Netherlands
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Belgium
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Sweden
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Cyprus
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Estonia
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Luxembourg
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Russia
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Slovakia
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Hungary
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Poland
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Finland
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Croatia
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Slovenia
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Spain
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Portugal
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Serbia
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Switzerland
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Czechia
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Turkey
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Ireland
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Bulgaria
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Iceland
- Trailer, Caravan & Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing in the UK
- Trailer, Caravan & Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing in Germany
- Recreational Vehicle Manufacturing in Germany
- Fire Truck Manufacturing in Germany
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Greece
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Romania
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Norway
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Italy
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in the UK
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Denmark
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Germany
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Latvia
- Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Bosnia & Herzegovina
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry produce bodies for motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers necessary for transport purposes. They also manufacture cabs for motor vehicles and caravans and parts for trailers.
Related Terms
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE SEMI-TRAILER TRAILERWhat's included in this industry?
Motor vehicle bodiesRecreational vehicles Trailers and semi-trailers Parts and bodies for trailersCompanies
Lear Corporation IncVolvo ABMagna International IncIndustry Code
292 - Manufacture of bodies (coachwork) for motor vehicles; manufacture of trailers and semi-trailers in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Dwindling car production in the UK, France and Spain diminishes orders from carmakers
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Falling car production dents orders of vehicle bodies. European car production tanked during the pandemic and is yet to recover to previous levels. Lower investment in vehicle production is cutting orders for car bodies.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Largest Importer
- Smallest Importer
- Total Imports into Europe
- Largest Exporter
- Smallest Exporter
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2024)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2024)
- IVA (2024)
- Enterprises (2024)
- Employment (2024)
- Exports (2024)
- Imports (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Large manufacturers dominate trailer and vehicle body production. Volvo, Volkswagen, Iveco and Scania control over half of the market. Volvo has a significant market share in the trailer and semi-trailer segment, raising concentration.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 10 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit Margin (2024)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Lear Corporation Inc
- Countries of operation for Volvo AB
- Countries of operation for Magna International Inc
- Countries of operation for Iveco SpA
- Countries of operation for Volkswagen AG
- Countries of operation for Bayerische Motoren Werke AG
- Countries of operation for Scania AB
- Countries of operation for Bernard Krone Holding SE & Co KG
- Countries of operation for Robert Bosch GmbH
- Countries of operation for Schmitz Cargobull AG
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Manufacturers must comply with EU safety laws. Trailer and recreational vehicle manufacturers must follow road traffic licensing rules, which set specifications for trailer dimensions, weight, height and length. They also have to make customers aware of specifications and safety features.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
A hike in steel prices raises purchase costs. Manufacturers dealing with surging steel prices have seen their production costs swell, eating into profitability.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
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