Report on the registration of camping vehicles in Poland January - September 2024

The Polish Automotive Industry Association and the Polish Caravanning Group present a report on the registration of new and used campers and caravans in the first three quarters of 2024, prepared on the basis of data from the Central Vehicle Register.

In the first nine months of 2024, we recorded an increase in the number of first registrations of new trailers and campers in Poland. In the group of new campers, it amounted to 32.3% y/y. 1,677 units were registered (+409 pcs.).

TOP 10 camper brands - First registrations of new camper vans in Poland in January-September 2024

In the category of new caravans, 791 units were registered in the first three quarters, which translated into an increase of 4.8% (+ 36 units).

TOP 10 trailer brands - First registrations of new caravans in Poland in January-September 2024

In the period from January to September 2024 , 2,292 used camper vans were registered for the first time in our country. This gives an increase in dynamics of 41.9% (+ 677 units).

TOP 10 camper brands - First registrations of imported used camper vans in Poland in January-September 2024

A similar trend is visible on the used caravan market, where registrations of imported used caravans increased by 9.1% y/y to 6,978 units (+ 583 units).

TOP 10 trailer brands - First registrations of imported used caravans in Poland in January-September 2024

Origin of imported used campers in the period January-September 2024

In the countries of origin of imported used caravans, the top three places were occupied by Denmark (1,494 units), followed by Great Britain (1,288 units) and the Netherlands (1,275 units).

Origin of imported used caravans in the period January-September 2024

Jakub Faryś, President of the Polish Automotive Industry Association, says: "The first three quarters of 2024 were very good in terms of registrations of new camping vehicles. The increase compared to last year was 32.3%. We recorded slightly worse results in the case of first registrations of new camping trailers, where the increase was less than 5%. Used camping vehicles were imported by 41.9% more, while used trailers were imported by 9.1% more than in the same period last year.

Considering the fact that we are already past the strict holiday season, these results should be assessed as very good. It is clear that the form of recreation that is caravanning has settled in Poland for good and is gaining in popularity.”

Sebastian Klauz, vice president of PGC, publisher of Polski Caravaning magazine, says: After Q3, the results are slowly becoming real, consistent with the observations of dealers. The 32% year-on-year increase in the registration of new campers should be pleasing.

In my commentary after the first half of the year, I mentioned a situation in which Polish dealers did not identify with such spectacular increases in new vehicle registrations. They claimed that it was rather impossible. With this in mind, it can be assumed that the difference between the feelings and results could have been influenced by the registrations of unsold VW and Capron vehicles. The latter manufactures vehicles in a Polish factory in Nowa Sól. I would like to emphasize, however, that these are only my assumptions. For another quarter in a row, we have observed great interest in used vehicles and this is confirmed by the statements of companies importing them from abroad. Poles want to go caravanning and cheaper used vehicles allow them to do so. Straight up – they are an alternative to the increasingly expensive catalogue offers of the range of new vehicles.

In summary, 11,738 camping vehicles have entered the market in the last three quarters, including 2,468 new ones. The vehicles included in the statistics will undoubtedly appear in service points soon, for the purpose of retrofitting devices, installing accessories or repairs.

The largest industry fair in Poland is behind us - Caravans Salon Poland 2024. An event that is growing stronger year by year. According to the opinions of exhibitors, the fair was successful. The turnout was good. Poznań was visited by over 37 thousand people. There were a lot of inquiries, and this was reflected in a positive market response. The high sales during the fair were certainly influenced by the flood of good prices for the 2024 model year. The sale of older vehicles is conducive to the proper cash preparation of the next model year in sellers' offers. Therefore, it helps in budget planning.

More and more new companies are emerging. A new Polish brand, Masuria, also made its debut, presenting two models. They were met with great interest and recognition.
Also noteworthy are the premieres of new models from our domestic trailer manufacturers Niewiadów and TomPlan.

I am most pleased with the development of the camping vehicle equipment segment. Companies with furniture accessories, manufacturers of boards used to build campers, suppliers of insulating materials and also electrical equipment. Gradually, the equivalent of pavilions 13/14 from CS Duesseldorf is being created.

For the first time in Poland, a Hymer/Eriba factory stand was set up at Caravans Salon - good examples need to be followed. This is a good direction and confirmation of the fact that our country is becoming an important sales region in Europe.”

About PZPM:

The Polish Automotive Industry Association (PZPM) is the largest Polish organization of employers in the automotive industry, currently associating 57 companies: manufacturers and representatives of manufacturers of motor vehicles, motorcycles, scooters and body manufacturers in Poland. PZPM is a member of the European Association of Vehicle Manufacturers ACEA, the Association of European Motorcycle Manufacturers ACEM and the European Association of Bodywork, Trailer and Semi-trailer Manufacturers - CLCCR. It represents the interests of member companies in contacts with administrative bodies in Poland and Europe, the media, trade unions, other industry organizations and the entire society.

MEDIA CONTACT:

• Jakub Faryś, e-mail: [email protected] , tel.: (22) 322 71 98 or 602 475 701
• Anna Materzok, e-mail: [email protected] , tel.: (22) 322 71 98 or 608 666 124

About PGC:

The Polish Caravanning Group Association, operating since 2019, is the largest industry organization associating manufacturers, importers, dealers of special camping vehicles, representatives of rental companies, manufacturers and distributors of technological solutions, accessories and services for caravanning. The activity focuses on representing the industry in relations with public administration bodies in Poland and Europe. It takes care of the interests of members by building a positive image. Since 2023, it has represented Poland in the structures of the most important organization on the Old Continent - the European Caravan Federation. It is the organizer and partner of leading events such as the Polish Campers & Caravans Conference, the Warsaw Caravaning Festival, or Caravans Salon Poland.

MEDIA CONTACT:

• Dariusz Wawrzyniak, e-mail: [email protected] , phone: 603 415 196