| Product Code: ETC5405034 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Apr 2026 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2024, Ireland`s automotive import market saw a shift in concentration from high to moderate, reflecting a more diversified import landscape. The top exporting countries - UK, China, Germany, Poland, Italy - continue to play a significant role in supplying vehicles to Ireland. With a strong Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 21.87% from 2020 to 2024 and a notable growth rate of 10.22% in 2023-24, the automotive import sector in Ireland appears to be on a steady growth trajectory, driven by a mix of established and emerging export markets.

The Automotive market in Ireland is projected to grow at a stable growth rate of 0.01% by 2027, highlighting the country's increasing focus on advanced technologies within the Europe region, where Germany holds the dominant position, followed closely by United Kingdom, France, Italy and Russia, shaping overall regional demand.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Ireland Automotive Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Automotive Market Revenues & Volume, 2022 & 2032F |
3.3 Ireland Automotive Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Automotive Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Automotive Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2022 & 2032F |
4 Ireland Automotive Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand for electric vehicles due to government incentives and environmental awareness. |
4.2.2 Increasing disposable income leading to higher consumer spending on vehicles. |
4.2.3 Technological advancements and innovation in the automotive industry driving sales. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Uncertainty surrounding Brexit impacting trade relations and regulations. |
4.3.2 Fluctuating fuel prices affecting consumer purchasing decisions. |
4.3.3 Supply chain disruptions and semiconductor shortages impacting vehicle production. |
5 Ireland Automotive Market Trends |
6 Ireland Automotive Market Segmentations |
6.1 Ireland Automotive Market, By Product Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Automotive Market Revenues & Volume, By Electric, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.3 Ireland Automotive Market Revenues & Volume, By Hybrid Electric, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.4 Ireland Automotive Market Revenues & Volume, By Plug-In Hybrid Electric, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.5 Ireland Automotive Market Revenues & Volume, By Mild Hybrid, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.6 Ireland Automotive Market Revenues & Volume, By Natural Gas, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.7 Ireland Automotive Market Revenues & Volume, By Fuel Cell Electric, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.9 Ireland Automotive Market Revenues & Volume, By Petrol, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.10 Ireland Automotive Market Revenues & Volume, By Petrol, 2022 - 2032F |
7 Ireland Automotive Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Automotive Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Automotive Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Automotive Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average age of vehicles on the road in Ireland. |
8.2 Number of new vehicle registrations. |
8.3 Adoption rate of electric vehicles in the market. |
8.4 Consumer sentiment towards purchasing vehicles. |
8.5 Investment in infrastructure for electric vehicle charging stations. |
9 Ireland Automotive Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Automotive Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2022 & 2032F |
10 Ireland Automotive Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Automotive Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2025 |
10.2 Ireland Automotive Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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