Report on the registration of new and used motorhomes and caravans in the first half of 2022

The Polish Automotive Industry Association and the Polish Caravanning Group present a registration report for new and used campers and caravans in the first half of 2022, based on data from the Central Vehicle Register.

Report results

In the first two quarters of 2022, we recorded a decrease in the number of first registrations, both for new and used caravans and motorhomes in Poland. In the group of new motorhomes, it amounted to -22.7% y / y. In the first six months of the year, 1,041 units (-306) were registered.

In the category of new caravans, they were registered in the first two quarters

673 items, which translated into a decrease by 0.9% (- 6 items).

In the first two quarters of 2022, they were registered for the first time in our country
964 used motorhomes. This results in a decline in dynamics to the level of -18.0% (-212 items).

A similar trend is visible on the market of used caravans, where the registration of imported used caravans decreased by 13.5% yoy to the level of 3,916 (- 610).

In terms of the countries of origin, in the case of imported motorhomes, the leaders remain unchanged: Germany (403 units) and France (229 units). The Netherlands (53) and Belgium (51) came third and fourth.

In the countries of origin of the imported used caravans, Denmark remained the first (868), the second and third place was swapped between Great Britain (811) and the Netherlands (762).

About the report

Jakub Faryś, president of the Polish Automotive Industry Association, says: “ Unfortunately, the latest results show a decrease in the number of registrations of both new and used motorhomes and caravans. Undoubtedly, in addition to the problems with the chassis for delivery vehicles caused, inter alia, by the semiconductor crisis, the overall political and economic situation is of great importance. A camper or caravan is a big investment and many people who would like to spend their holidays in this way, however, refrain from buying. This also applies to rental companies that have developed very dynamically in recent years, and now it is time for them to slow down a bit. It is also not without significance that - as the research shows - a lot of people
in general, it refrained from spending money on holiday trips. Therefore, it should not be expected that the situation will improve significantly in the coming months or quarters, as it does not indicate anything
so that the political and economic situation should improve in the near future .

Sebastian Klauz, vice-president of PGC, publisher of the Polish Caravaning magazine, says: “ The situation on the caravanning market is becoming more and more difficult. The problems of previous months are joined by increasing delivery difficulties with Fiat's base vehicles and unrest at the changes
in the gas economy throughout Europe.

All of this has a huge impact on the production of RVs. Factories are reducing large orders placed by dealers, which in turn causes shortages in supply. In some manufacturers there are cases of order limitations of even 60-70%. Our market is not alone in this.

The most visible decrease is the registration of new motorhomes by 22%, fortunately the results of new caravan registrations look much better, where the decrease is only 0.9%. It is also worth paying attention to the change of the leader in this category. After many years of the HOBBY manufacturer's triumph, the Dethleffs brand has moved to the fore. Noteworthy is also the domestic brand of Niewiadów, which strengthens the third position, with registrations at the level of 95 trailers and growth year on year. Congratulations, 35.7% is a great result!

The trend in the registration of used vehicles is maintained in the first quarter of this year. Among motorhomes we observe a decrease by 18%, and among caravans - by 13.5%. This trend should continue for a long time, sustained by problems with the availability of new vehicles.

All in all, it is hoped that the coming quarters will help to maintain last year's sales ” .

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. He represents the interests of member companies in contacts with administrative authorities
in Poland and Europe, the media, trade unions, other industry organizations and the entire society.

About PGC:

The Polish Caravanning Group Association was established in 2019 on the initiative of many people from the industry, including vehicle dealers, manufacturers of special camping vehicles, exhibitors, representatives of RV rental companies and the media. It is the largest Polish organization with this profile. The activity focuses on the needs of the caravanning and camping industry in Poland, represents the market and organizes congresses, fairs and rallies.

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