Windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters for motor vehicles market in Hungary

Earlier Report Observations

Between 2018 and 2021, production of windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters in Hungary decreased from 23 067 t to 21 292 t, while the physical market size showed a slight increase from 19 709 t to 20 023 t. In value terms, the market contracted from 143.5 млн $ to 137.7 млн $ over the same period.

A significant expansion occurred in 2022, with production rising to 27 297 t and the market reaching 26 227 t, before a modest correction in 2023. During 2023, increased consumer attention towards aftermarket de-misting products, highlighted by tests and the popularity of sprays from brands like Lidl and Motip, supported demand within the segment.

The market volume recovered to 25 644 t in 2024, accompanied by a rise in value to 186.5 млн $. This period was characterized by technological diversification, with the introduction of features such as smart Wi-Fi controls and advanced air filtration in related dehumidifying products, broadening the available range for consumers.

Production windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters for motor vehicles in Hungary

In value, 2018-2021, M $ US

In 2021, Hungary's output of windscreen wipers, defrosters, and demisters for motor vehicles was valued at 153.9 million US dollars, remaining virtually unchanged from 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production decreased by 15.7%, which equates to an annualized decline of 5.5%.

Annual dynamics of production in Hungary in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, t

In 2021, Hungary produced 21 292 tonnes of windscreen wipers, defrosters, and demisters for motor vehicles, showing little change compared to 2020. From 2018 to 2021, production fell by 7.7%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -2.6%.

Annual dynamics of production in Hungary in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters for motor vehicles from Hungary

Exports in kind, t

Exports of windscreen wipers, defrosters, and demisters for motor vehicles from Hungary declined for the third consecutive year. In 2021, exports totaled 2 267 tonnes, a drop of 31.6% from the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, exports decreased by 45.9%, representing an annualized decline of 18.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Hungary in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Czechia were the main markets for Hungary's exports in kind of windscreen wipers, defrosters, and demisters for motor vehicles. Germany accounted for 57.9% of exports in kind, the United Kingdom for 16.2%, and Czechia for 6.9%, together making up 81.0% of total flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Hungary in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

Hungary's exports of windscreen wipers, defrosters, and demisters for motor vehicles declined for the second consecutive year. In 2021, exports amounted to 32 393 thousand US dollars, a decrease of 26.2% from the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, exports fell by 40.9%, with a CAGR of -16.1%. The peak value was recorded in 2019 at 56 290 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest increase of 2.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Hungary in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Czechia continued to lead as the top buyers of windscreen wipers, defrosters, and demisters for motor vehicles from Hungary in value terms. Germany accounted for 58.8% of exports in value, the United Kingdom for 16.3%, and Czechia for 6.1%, jointly representing 81.2% of total exports in value.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Hungary in value, 2018-2021

Imports windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters for motor vehicles to Hungary

Imports in kind, t

In 2021, Hungary's imports of windscreen wipers, defrosters, and demisters for motor vehicles totaled 998 tonnes, marking a robust increase of 12.1% year-over-year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports grew by 19.4%, with a CAGR of 6.1%. The largest increase occurred in 2019 at 18.2%, while the largest decline was in 2020 at 9.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Hungary in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Serbia, Czechia, and Romania formed the main group of sources for Hungary's imports in kind of windscreen wipers, defrosters, and demisters for motor vehicles. Serbia accounted for 29.8% of imports in kind, Czechia for 20.1%, and Romania for 13.3%, together comprising 63.2% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Hungary in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2021, Hungary's imports of windscreen wipers, defrosters, and demisters for motor vehicles stood at 16 215 thousand US dollars, up 5.2% from 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, imports increased by 2.2%, equating to an annualized growth rate of 0.7%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 15 420 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 3.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Hungary in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Throughout 2018 to 2021, Serbia, Czechia, and Romania remained the key directions for Hungary's imports in value terms of windscreen wipers, defrosters, and demisters for motor vehicles. Serbia accounted for 27.4% of imports in value, Czechia for 15.7%, and Romania for 10.7%, together taking 53.8% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Hungary in value, 2018-2021