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German motorhome industry faces slump: bankruptcies and layoffs

21.01.2026 11:25 1 min 1 source
Autobahn NLD
German motorhome industry faces slump: bankruptcies and layoffs
Original source: Autobahn

Following a sales boom during the pandemic, the German motorhome market is experiencing a sharp drop in demand. New motorhome registrations in Germany fell from nearly 80,000 in 2021 to 70,000 in 2026, leading to overproduction. Manufacturers report falling revenues and hundreds of job cuts, while dealers face bankruptcies due to unsold inventory.

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