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Electric Commercial Vehicles - Global Strategic Business Report

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  • 399 Pages
  • June 2025
  • Region: Global
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc
  • ID: 5303273
The global market for Electric Commercial Vehicles was estimated at 626.8 Thousand Units in 2024 and is projected to reach 1.6 Million Units by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 16.9% from 2024 to 2030. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth analysis of market trends, drivers, and forecasts, helping you make informed business decisions. The report includes the most recent global tariff developments and how they impact the Electric Commercial Vehicles market.

Global Electric Commercial Vehicles Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Electric commercial vehicles (ECVs) are revolutionizing the transportation and logistics industry by offering a sustainable alternative to traditional diesel-powered vehicles. ECVs include electric trucks, buses, vans, and other commercial vehicles that use electric motors and rechargeable batteries for propulsion. These vehicles produce zero tailpipe emissions, significantly reducing air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. ECVs are increasingly being adopted in urban areas for goods delivery, public transportation, and utility services due to their environmental benefits and lower operational costs. Advances in battery technology and charging infrastructure are key factors driving the adoption of electric commercial vehicles.

The transition to electric commercial vehicles is being supported by government policies and incentives aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting clean energy transportation. Many countries are implementing stricter emission regulations and providing subsidies, tax breaks, and grants to encourage the purchase and use of ECVs. Major automotive manufacturers and startups are investing heavily in the development of electric commercial vehicle models with improved range, payload capacity, and charging efficiency. The integration of telematics and fleet management systems with ECVs is enhancing operational efficiency and enabling better route planning and vehicle maintenance.

The growth in the electric commercial vehicles market is driven by several factors. Firstly, the increasing government regulations and incentives aimed at reducing carbon emissions are a significant driver. Secondly, advancements in battery technology are improving the range, charging speed, and overall performance of electric commercial vehicles. Thirdly, the rising awareness of environmental issues and the need for sustainable transportation solutions are boosting the demand for ECVs. Additionally, the lower operational and maintenance costs of electric vehicles compared to diesel-powered ones are attracting fleet operators. Furthermore, the expansion of charging infrastructure and the development of fast-charging technologies are making electric commercial vehicles more viable for long-distance and heavy-duty applications. Lastly, significant investments by automotive manufacturers and the entry of new players into the ECV market are driving innovation and competition, further propelling market growth.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Electric Commercial Vehicles market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:
  • Segments: Propulsion Type (BEV, Other Propulsion Types); Battery Type (NMC, LFP, Other Battery Types); End-Use (Last Mile Delivery, Distribution Services, Field Services, Refuse Services, Long Haul Transportation)
  • Geographic Regions/Countries: World; USA; Canada; Japan; China; Europe; France; Germany; Italy; UK; Rest of Europe; Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.

Key Insights:

  • Market Growth: Understand the significant growth trajectory of the BEV segment, which is expected to reach 1.3 Million Units by 2030 with a CAGR of a 17.8%. The Other Propulsion Types segment is also set to grow at 13.4% CAGR over the analysis period.
  • Regional Analysis: Gain insights into the U.S. market, valued at 66.8 Thousand Units in 2024, and China, forecasted to grow at an impressive 15.7% CAGR to reach 856.9 Thousand Units by 2030. Discover growth trends in other key regions, including Japan, Canada, Germany, and the Asia-Pacific.

Why You Should Buy This Report:

  • Detailed Market Analysis: Access a thorough analysis of the Global Electric Commercial Vehicles Market, covering all major geographic regions and market segments.
  • Competitive Insights: Get an overview of the competitive landscape, including the market presence of major players across different geographies.
  • Future Trends and Drivers: Understand the key trends and drivers shaping the future of the Global Electric Commercial Vehicles Market.
  • Actionable Insights: Benefit from actionable insights that can help you identify new revenue opportunities and make strategic business decisions.

Key Questions Answered:

  • How is the Global Electric Commercial Vehicles Market expected to evolve by 2030?
  • What are the main drivers and restraints affecting the market?
  • Which market segments will grow the most over the forecast period?
  • How will market shares for different regions and segments change by 2030?
  • Who are the leading players in the market, and what are their prospects?

Report Features:

  • Comprehensive Market Data: Independent analysis of annual sales and market forecasts in US$ Million from 2024 to 2030.
  • In-Depth Regional Analysis: Detailed insights into key markets, including the U.S., China, Japan, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa.
  • Company Profiles: Coverage of players such as Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW GROUP), BYD Co., Ltd., AB Volvo, Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Co., Ltd., Blue Bird Corporation and more.
  • Complimentary Updates: Receive free report updates for one year to keep you informed of the latest market developments.

Some of the 74 companies featured in this Electric Commercial Vehicles market report include:

  • Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW GROUP)
  • BYD Co., Ltd.
  • AB Volvo
  • Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Co., Ltd.
  • Blue Bird Corporation
  • Anhui Ankai Automobile Co., Ltd.
  • Beijing Automotive Group Co., Ltd.
  • Clean Fuel Energy Enterprise Co., Ltd.
  • CAF, Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles, S.A.
  • Dongfeng Motor Corporation
  • AVEVAI
  • Atlis Motor Vehicles
  • CROYANCE AUTO
  • Bollinger Motors
  • Arrival Ltd.

This edition integrates the latest global trade and economic shifts as of June 2025 into comprehensive market analysis. Key updates include:

  • Tariff and Trade Impact: Insights into global tariff negotiations across 180+ countries, with analysis of supply chain turbulence, sourcing disruptions, and geographic realignment. Special focus on 2025 as a pivotal year for trade tensions, including updated perspectives on the Trump-era tariffs.
  • Adjusted Forecasts and Analytics: Revised global and regional market forecasts through 2030, incorporating tariff effects, economic uncertainty, and structural changes in globalization. Includes segmentation by product, technology, type, material, distribution channel, application, and end-use, with historical analysis since 2015.
  • Strategic Market Dynamics: Evaluation of revised market prospects, regional outlooks, and key economic indicators such as population and urbanization trends.
  • Innovation & Technology Trends: Latest developments in product and process innovation, emerging technologies, and key industry drivers shaping the competitive landscape.
  • Competitive Intelligence: Updated global market share estimates for 2025, competitive positioning of major players (Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial), and refined focus on leading global brands and core players.
  • Expert Insight & Commentary: Strategic analysis from economists, trade experts, and domain specialists to contextualize market shifts and identify emerging opportunities.
  • Complimentary Update: Buyers receive a free July 2025 update with finalized tariff impacts, new trade agreement effects, revised projections, and expanded country-level coverage.

Table of Contents

I. METHODOLOGYII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
  • Tariff Impact on Global Supply Chain Patterns
  • Electric Commercial Vehicles - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2025 (E)
  • Urgent Need to Address Climate Change Provides the Foundation for the Evolution of Green Mobility
  • Auto Industry & Its Unsustainable Carbon Footprint Provides the Foundation for the Growth of Commercial EVs
  • Global Economic Update
  • Here’s How Global Market Prospects & Outlook for CVs Impacts Electric CVs
  • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2025 (E)
  • World Brands
  • Recent Market Activity
  • Innovations
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
  • Will Russia-Ukraine War Impact EV Production?
  • Growing Signs of Long-Run of High Inflation & the Need for Long-Term Efforts to Control it Bodes Well for Commercial EVs. Surprised! Read On
  • The Lesser Known Link Between Inflation & Climate Change to Accelerate Big-Time Migration to Electrified Commercial Vehicles: Global Inflation Rates (In %) for the Years 2019 Through 2024
  • Despite EVs Displayed Resilience to Supply Chain Disruptions Till Date, Chip Shortage Continues to Remain a Cause for Worry
  • Semiconductor Fab Production Expansion is Time Consuming & Can Therefore Provide No Immediate Relief: Time Required to Increase Fab Production by Parameter
  • Stringent Regulations Encompassing Emission Control & Phase-Out of Fossil Fuel Vehicles to Spur Growth in the Market
  • A Strong Freight Trucking Industry Supported by Rise in Global Trade & Retail Brings Cheer for Electric Trucks
  • A Robust Freight Trucking Outlook Increases the Chances of Operators Having More EVs in their Fleet: Global Freight Trucking Revenues for Years 2020, 2022, 2024 and 2026 (In US$ Billion) by Geographic Region
  • Distributed Energy (DE) Provides the Infrastructure Foundation for the Adoption & Proliferation of Electric CVs
  • Distributed Generation to Power EV Charging Infrastructure & Catalyze Adoption of Electric CVs: Global Investments in Distributed Generation (DG) (In US$ Billion) for the Years 2021, 2023, 2025 and 2027
  • Growing Funds Injected into Smartening the Electricity Grid to Benefit EV Support Infrastructure by Enabling More Effective Management of EV Charging Load: Global Investments in Smart Grids (In US$ Billion) for the Years 2021, 2023, 2025 and 2027
  • Robust Spike in e-Commerce Sales Bodes Well for Electrified Last Mile Delivery
  • Rising Average Vehicle Life Provides a Fertile Environment for Upgrading to Low-Emission and Fuel Efficient CVs
  • Advancements in Battery Technology Remains Vital for the Proliferation of Electric CVs
  • With Electric CV Commercialization Critically Hinged Onto Cost of Lithium-Ion Batteries, Promised Decline in Battery Costs Strengthens Long-Term Market Outlook: Cost of Automotive Lithium Ion Battery Packs In US$ per kWh for Years 2015, 2020 & 2025
  • Exhibit Global Demand for Lithium-ion Batteries (In Gigawatt Hours) in Electric Vehicles for the Years 2020, 2023, 2026, 2029 & 2030
  • Have We Exploited the Full Potential of Lithium Ion? The Flat Lining of Traditional Lithium Ion Battery Highlights the Need for Innovation to Push the Limits of the Technology Further: Energy Density of Traditional LIBs Vs LIBs With Silica (SiO2) as Next Gen Anode Material (In (Wh/L) for the Year 2011, 2021 and 2031
  • Effervescent Ongoing Innovations Around EV Batteries to Help Accelerate Performance of EVs & Their Mass Market Adoption in the Coming Decade: Global Market for EV Batteries (In US$ Billion) for Years 2022 2024 2026, 2028 and 2028
  • Is Lithium in Short Supply & Should Battery Manufacturers & EV Vehicle OEMs be Concerned?
  • Lithium Demand On an Upward Trajectory: Global Lithium Demand (In 1000 Metric Tons) for the Years 2022, 2024, 2026, 2028 and 2030
  • Opportunities Exist for Expansion of Lithium Production, But Doing So Will Attract Environmental Criticism: Lithium Reserves & Production (In 1000 Tons) in Major Countries as of the Year 2022
  • Not All Smooth Sailing - Growing Demand for Battery Metals to Squeeze EV Supply Chains & Send OEMs Scrambling to Secure Supplies: Global Demand for Battery Materials (In KT) by Application for Years 2020, 2025 & 2030
  • Which Battery Technology Will Dominate the EV Battery Market? Global % Share of EV Battery Technology for the Year 2025
  • Solid State EV Batteries is the Only Hope for Overcoming the Threat of Raw Material Shortages
  • The Race to Mass-Market Solid State EVs Has Begun & Here’s What Industry Experts Believe About the Time to Mass Market: % Breakdown of Opinions of Respondents About the Commercialization Timeline
  • How Many Batteries Will the Industry Crank Up? Global Solid State EV Battery Market (In Units) for Years 2025, 2028 & 2030
  • Developing EV Charging Infrastructure Remains Key to Continued Growth of Commercial EVs
  • What Happens When the Energy Infrastructure is Not Ready? A Paradoxical Scenario Where Energy Shortages Force Governments to Impose Restrictions on EV Charging
  • Shared EV Charging Rises as a Solution to Charging Infrastructure Bottlenecks
  • Innovations in EV Charging Crucial to Overcome Infrastructure Problems
  • Growing Demand for Shared Electric Mobility Spurs Electrification of Car Rental Fleets
  • As Shared EV Mobility Explodes Into a Major Trend, Fleet Operators Focus Migrating to Cleaner & Greener EV Fleets: Global Electric Mobility Services Market (In US$ Million) for Years 2022, 2024, 2026, 2028 & 2030
  • With the Future of Commercial Transportation Being Electric, Here’s How Fleet Operators Can Be Prepared
  • Here’s Why the Expanding Commercial EV Fleet Will Need Exclusive EV Fleet Management Systems
  • AI Powers the Rapidly Evolving EV Ecosystem
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
  • TABLE 1: World Electric Commercial Vehicles Market Analysis of Annual Sales in Units for Years 2020 through 2030
  • TABLE 2: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Electric Commercial Vehicles by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 3: World 10-Year Perspective for Electric Commercial Vehicles by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Registrations for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets for Years 2020, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 4: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for BEV by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 5: World 10-Year Perspective for BEV by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Registrations for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2020, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 6: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Propulsion Types by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 7: World 10-Year Perspective for Other Propulsion Types by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Registrations for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2020, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 8: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for NMC by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 9: World 10-Year Perspective for NMC by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Registrations for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2020, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 10: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for LFP by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 11: World 10-Year Perspective for LFP by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Registrations for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2020, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 12: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Battery Types by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 13: World 10-Year Perspective for Other Battery Types by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Registrations for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2020, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 14: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Last Mile Delivery by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 15: World 10-Year Perspective for Last Mile Delivery by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Registrations for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2020, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 16: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Distribution Services by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 17: World 10-Year Perspective for Distribution Services by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Registrations for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2020, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 18: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Field Services by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 19: World 10-Year Perspective for Field Services by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Registrations for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2020, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 20: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Refuse Services by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 21: World 10-Year Perspective for Refuse Services by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Registrations for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2020, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 22: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Long Haul Transportation by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 23: World 10-Year Perspective for Long Haul Transportation by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Registrations for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2020, 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 24: World Historic Review for Electric Commercial Vehicles by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2020 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 25: World Historic Review for BEV by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2020 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 26: World Historic Review for Other Propulsion Types by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2020 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 27: World Historic Review for Long Haul Transportation by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2020 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 28: World Historic Review for Last Mile Delivery by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2020 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 29: World Historic Review for Distribution Services by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2020 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 30: World Historic Review for Field Services by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2020 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 31: World Historic Review for Refuse Services by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2020 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 32: World Historic Review for NMC by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2020 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 33: World Historic Review for LFP by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2020 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 34: World Historic Review for Other Battery Types by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Registrations in Units for Years 2020 through 2023 and % CAGR
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
  • UNITED STATES
  • Electric Commercial Vehicles Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2025 (E)
  • CANADA
  • JAPAN
  • CHINA
  • EUROPE
  • Electric Commercial Vehicles Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2025 (E)
  • FRANCE
  • GERMANY
  • ITALY
  • UNITED KINGDOM
  • REST OF EUROPE
  • ASIA-PACIFIC
  • Electric Commercial Vehicles Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2025 (E)
  • REST OF WORLD
IV. COMPETITION

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW GROUP)
  • BYD Co., Ltd.
  • AB Volvo
  • Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Co., Ltd.
  • Blue Bird Corporation
  • Anhui Ankai Automobile Co., Ltd.
  • Beijing Automotive Group Co., Ltd.
  • Clean Fuel Energy Enterprise Co., Ltd.
  • CAF, Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles, S.A.
  • Dongfeng Motor Corporation
  • AVEVAI
  • Atlis Motor Vehicles
  • CROYANCE AUTO
  • Bollinger Motors
  • Arrival Ltd.

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