The commercial vehicle market in Spain maintains a positive trend at the start of 2026. During the month of February, [number] vehicles were registered. 2.542 trucks, which is a an increase of 13,1% compared to the same month of the previous yearThese data reflect a progressive renewal of fleets by transport companies and logistics operators, consolidating the dynamism of the sector after the good results recorded in the second half of 2025.

This growth confirms the positive state of professional road transport and anticipates a year marked by investment in efficiency, safety and modernization of the industrial vehicle fleet.

Sustained growth of the truck market

The market's momentum in February was primarily supported by tractor segment, which continues to be the engine of growth within the heavy commercial vehicle sector.

Tractor unit registrations recorded a 25,7% increase during February, also accumulating a rise of 18,7% in the first two months of the yearThis behavior is directly related to the need of many transport companies to Upgrade units to improve efficiency, consumption and operational availability.

However, the evolution has not been homogeneous in all segments.

The rigid trucks experienced a decline of 6,5% in February and they accumulate a drop of 7,8% so far this yearThis reflects greater caution in certain distribution and service sectors.

Mixed results in light and medium industrial vehicles

Within the industrial vehicle group, the results also show different behaviors depending on the type of vehicle.

The light commercial vehicles They maintain a positive trend and register a growth of 14,9% year-to-date, driven primarily by urban distribution and last-mile logistics activities.

On the contrary, medium industrial They show a drop in 9,1 %, demonstrating a context of greater caution in this segment.

Despite these differences, the overall market balance confirms a moderate but sustained growth trend in the beginning of 2026.

The total market for industrial vehicles exceeds 2.800 units.

If they are analyzed together trucks, buses, coaches and minibuses, the total volume of registrations reached 2.891 units in February, which represents a 12,1% year-on-year growth.

In the case of the bus and coach segment, the market is beginning to experience a readjustment process following the excellent results obtained in 2024 and 2025.

Industry forecasts indicate that sales will be around [amount missing] during 2026 3.700 to 3.800 units, a figure lower than the 4.400 registrations recorded last year.

Light commercial vehicles are also growing

The segment of light commercial vehicles It also registered positive performance in February.

During that month they enrolled 15.754 units, which is a an increase of 12,7% compared to the same period of the previous year.

In the first two months of 2026, registrations reached 28.938 units, with a growth of 8,9 %.

Businesses and the self-employed are driving demand

Channel analysis reveals that the growth of the light commercial vehicle market is being driven primarily by businesses and professionals.

• Freelancers: 3.009 units registered (+17,5%)
• Business: 10.625 units (+7,3%)
• Landlords: 2.120 units (+40%)

Particularly significant is the increase recorded by rental companies, which show the highest percentage growth.

A sector undergoing technological renewal

The positive evolution of the commercial vehicle market reflects a clear trend towards modernization of the park and improvement of operational efficiencyTransport companies continue to invest in more efficient, safer vehicles adapted to new regulatory requirements.

This renewal process not only affects vehicles, but also the entire aftermarket ecosystem for commercial vehicles, where the availability of spare parts, specialized technical assistance and logistical speed have become key factors to guarantee the operability of fleets.

For distributors and spare parts professionals, this scenario represents an opportunity to reinforce their role as strategic partners in professional transport, keeping pace with the technological evolution of the sector.

Source: Autopos