Slovakia’s Automotive Sector Remains a Global Powerhouse and Logistics Is Becoming Its New Competitive Edge

Slovakia is one of Europe’s most heavily industrialised economies, with manufacturing representing more than 30 percent of national GDP. At the heart of this industrial strength lies the automotive sector, which generates around 9.2 percent of GDP and accounts for nearly half of all industrial revenues.

The country hosts some of the world’s leading car manufacturers — Volkswagen, Kia, Stellantis and Jaguar Land Rover , all operating large-scale production facilities. In 2024, Slovakia’s plants produced nearly one million vehicles, securing the country a world-leading position in cars manufactured per capita.

An Industry in Transition

While Slovakia remains a major automotive hub, the sector is undergoing a period of transformation driven by electrification, automation and shifting global supply chains. In this transition, logistics is emerging as a critical driver of future competitiveness.

From strategic positioning within Central Europe to the development of advanced transport corridors and efficient supplier networks, the logistics ecosystem is increasingly shaping Slovakia’s attractiveness for new investments, especially in the era of electric mobility and next-generation components.

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