| Product Code: ETC7633207 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Dhaval Chaurasia | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
In 2024, Ireland`s light vehicle import market saw a diverse range of top exporting countries, including Germany, Czechia, UK, South Korea, and Spain. The market displayed a shift towards lower concentration levels, indicating increased competition among suppliers. With a strong compound annual growth rate of 20.17% from 2020 to 2024 and a notable growth rate of 18.19% in 2024, the Irish import market for light vehicles appears to be experiencing significant expansion and dynamism, presenting opportunities for both domestic consumers and international suppliers.

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 Light Vehicles Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Ireland Light Vehicles Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Light Vehicles Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Fuel Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Transmission, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Drivetrain, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Vehicle Type, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing disposable income levels in Ireland leading to increased purchasing power for light vehicles |
4.2.2 Government incentives and subsidies promoting the adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles |
4.2.3 Technological advancements and innovations in light vehicle manufacturing leading to improved fuel efficiency and safety features |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Uncertainty surrounding Brexit impacting trade relations and potentially affecting the supply chain for light vehicles |
4.3.2 Fluctuating fuel prices impacting consumer preferences towards more fuel-efficient vehicles |
4.3.3 Increasing environmental concerns and regulations leading to higher production costs for light vehicle manufacturers |
5 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Trends |
6 Ireland Light Vehicles Market, By Types |
6.1 Ireland Light Vehicles Market, By Fuel Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Fuel Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Diesel, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Gasoline, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Hybrid, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Electric, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Ireland Light Vehicles Market, By Transmission |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Manual, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Automatic, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Ireland Light Vehicles Market, By Drivetrain |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Front Wheel Drive (FWD), 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Rear Wheel Drive (RWD), 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Four Wheel Drive (4WD), 2021- 2031F |
6.3.5 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By All-Wheel Drive (AWD), 2021- 2031F |
6.4 Ireland Light Vehicles Market, By Vehicle Type |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Passenger Vehicle, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.3 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Commercial Vehicle, 2021- 2031F |
7 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average age of light vehicles in circulation in Ireland |
8.2 Adoption rate of electric and hybrid vehicles in the market |
8.3 Average fuel efficiency of light vehicles sold in Ireland |
8.4 Number of charging stations for electric vehicles in the country |
8.5 Percentage of light vehicles meeting emissions standards |
9 Ireland Light Vehicles Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Opportunity Assessment, By Fuel Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Opportunity Assessment, By Transmission, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Opportunity Assessment, By Drivetrain, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Opportunity Assessment, By Vehicle Type, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Ireland Light Vehicles Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Ireland Light Vehicles Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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