European Van Market Barely Grows as Electric Sales Surge
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The demand for commercial vehicles was strong in the first half of the year. E-models were also sought after.
EU commercial vehicle demand strengthens in 2026
The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association has reported higher registrations across vans, trucks, and buses during the first half of 2026, strengthening demand signals for commercial vehicle manufacturers and component suppliers. New van registrations across the European Union increased by 1.9% to 742,759 units. Truck registrations rose by 9.8% to 171,933, while bus and coach registrations climbed by 22.7% to 22,590 vehicles. National ma…
Commercial vehicle sales strong in first half of 2026
Commercial vehicle sales grew steadily across Europe in the first half of the year, according to data from the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association. It reported that van sales rose 1.9% […] The post Commercial vehicle sales strong in first half of 2026 first appeared on Bodyshop Magazine.
The European commercial vehicle market grew again in the first half of 2026, according to ACEA figures. However, behind these positive overall figures lies a three-pronged approach to electrification: Electric drive is already a significant component of the new bus market. It is gaining considerable importance for vans. Heavy electric trucks are showing greater momentum for the first time, but are still starting from a low base. In the European …
European van market barely grows as electric sales surge
Europe’s commercial vehicle market returned to growth in the first half of 2026, but the recovery was uneven. According to ACEA, new van registrations in the EU rose by only 1.9% to 742,759 units, while truck registrations increased by 9.8% to 171,933 and buses and coaches by 22.7% to 22,590. The stronger figures in trucks and buses contrasted with a largely stagnant van market. Heavy truck registrations rose by 11.1%, while buses recorded the f…
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