The Dutch automotive sector is tough and innovative, and we are leading the world. Did you know, for example, that chips from NXP Semiconductors can be found in every car around the globe? That dozens of mobility concepts took their first steps in the Netherlands? And that Dutch companies are major suppliers of auto parts, electrical engineering, metal and chemicals? 90% of everything we make is exported. The automotive sector, therefore, has a major impact on our economy. The sector employs around 120,000 people and brings in an impressive 65 billion euros a year: 20 billion from the automotive manufacturing industry and 45 billion from the automotive services industry. This page shares additional facts and figures about the sector.
Fact sheet on the Dutch automotive sector
The Dutch automotive sector is strong and versatile, and it's looking more powerful than ever. Together, the manufacturing industry and the services industry account for annual revenues of 65 billion euros. The sector's success can partly be attributed to our country's excellent educational system and to our considerable innovative capacity. This useful fact sheet presents a few key facts and figures about the sector. Read more