Key Takeaways
- In 2022, the Netherlands automotive production reached 92,300 passenger cars, marking a 15.2% increase from the previous year.
- The Nedcar plant in Born assembled 65,000 MINI vehicles in 2023, focusing on electric models.
- DAF Trucks produced 16,500 heavy-duty trucks in 2022 at its Westerlo and Leyland facilities.
- New passenger car registrations in Netherlands totaled 342,577 units in 2023.
- Battery electric vehicle (BEV) registrations reached 84,000 units in 2023, 24.5% market share.
- Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) sales were 47,200 units in 2023, down 12% from 2022.
- Automotive employment in Netherlands totaled 210,000 direct jobs in 2022.
- Manufacturing jobs in auto sector: 85,000 FTE in 2023.
- R&D personnel in automotive: 25,000 employees in 2022.
- Automotive exports from Netherlands totaled €28.5 billion in 2022.
- Passenger car exports: 450,000 units in 2023.
- Truck exports reached €7.2 billion in 2022, mainly DAF.
- Automotive R&D spending reached €2.8 billion in 2022.
- 45% of new cars sold in 2023 were zero-emission.
- Number of EV charging points: 150,000 public stations in 2023.
The Netherlands automotive industry is growing strongly, led by electric vehicle production and adoption.
Employment and Labor
Employment and Labor Interpretation
Innovation and Sustainability
Innovation and Sustainability Interpretation
International Trade
International Trade Interpretation
Production and Output
Production and Output Interpretation
Sales and Registrations
Sales and Registrations Interpretation
How We Rate Confidence
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