German Motor Insurance Market Size
| Study Period | 2020 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 37.66 Billion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 44.62 Billion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 3.45 % |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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German Motor Insurance Market Analysis
The Germany Motor Insurance Market size in terms of gross written premiums value is expected to grow from USD 37.66 billion in 2024 to USD 44.62 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 3.45% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
The impact of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is expected to result in a non-life re/insurance market loss of between EUR 1.25 billion to EUR 1.75 billion (USD 1.47 billion - USD 2.1 billion) in Germany, influenced mostly by nationwide business closures.
Some form of car insurance must cover all drivers in Germany, and people cannot register a vehicle without it. If a person is a long-term resident of Germany, they need German car insurance. Foreign car insurance is not enough even if they have brought a car from abroad to Germany.
Digitalization is a central concern of the German insurance industry. Many insurance companies are modernizing their IT infrastructures, moving to cloud solutions or investing in new technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) or blockchain to provide enhanced products and services to their customers. In 2021, German insurers spent USD 416.77 million in total on IT. One of the key investment priorities in insurance companies includes the optimization of business processes, the operating organization, and the insurance IT. This weighting has increased further by the momentum of Digitization and its dynamic effects on competitiveness.
German Motor Insurance Market Trends
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Germany Motor Insurance Market according to our research experts:
Increase in Number of Contracts in Motor Insurance
Automotive is the largest segment of the insurance industry in Germany. Most German non-life insurers are reasonably focused on auto insurance, with Auto insurance holding the largest share of non-life insurance premiums on the insurance market, which is EUR 2.2 billion in 2021. This has surged the number of contracts in motor insurance year-on-year, thus driving the growth of the motor insurance industry.
Increase in Electric Cars Sales is Driving the Demand for Motor Insurance
In the full calendar year 2021, Volkswagen was the top-selling electric car brand in Germany, supplying the German market with over a fifth of all battery-electric cars sold. Tesla moved ahead of Renault while Hyundai outsold Smart. The Tesla Model 3 was Germany's favorite electric car model in 2021, ahead of the VW Up and the VW ID3. Electric car sales in Germany increased by 83%, and market share doubled to 13.6%.
New electric passenger vehicle registrations in Germany in 2021 increased by 83.3% to 355,961 battery-electric cars. This more than doubled electric cars' share of the German new car market from 6.65% in 2020 to a new record high of 13.6% in 2021.
The total German new car market contracted by 10.1% in 2021 to only 2,622,132 cars compared to 2,917,678 in 2020. These two years were the weakest for the German vehicle market since 2010. Although petrol remained by far the largest component of new cars, its market share slipped to 37.1% (46.7% in 2020), while the share for diesel was down to 20.1% (28.1% in 2020).
German Motor Insurance Industry Overview
The German motor insurance market report covers the major players operating in the German motor insurance market. The market is moderately consolidated. Moreover, the market is expected to grow during the forecast period due to increased automobile sales and many other factors.
German Motor Insurance Market Leaders
Münchener Rückversicherungs-Gesellschaft Aktiengesellschaft in München
Allianz Beratungs- und Vertriebs-AG
Debeka Lebensversicherungsverein auf Gegenseitigkeit Sitz Koblenz am Rhein
R+V VERSICHERUNG AG
SIGNAL IDUNA Lebensversicherung a. G.
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
German Motor Insurance Market News
May 2022: Munich Re partnered with tech consultants auto insurance. The Munich-based Mobility Technology Center (MTC) was founded to develop auto insurance products and risk management solutions. The center is a joint venture between ERGO Digital Ventures, Munich Re, an automotive smart mobility developer, In-tech, and MaLiBu, a consultancy.
May 2022: HDFC ERGO general insurance company, a private sector general insurance company, announced the launch of its 'Pay as you Drive' program, an insurance solution that offers distance-based insurance too.
German Motor Insurance Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Deliverables
1.2 Study Assumptions
1.3 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Market Drivers
4.3 Market Restraints
4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
4.4.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
4.5 Impact of COVID-19 on the Industry
4.6 Key Market Insights
4.6.1 Key Trends in Germany Insurance Industry and Insurtech Market
4.6.2 Impact of Government Regulations and Initiatives on the Insurance Industry
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
5.1 By Motor Insurance Type
5.1.1 Third Party Liability
5.1.2 Partial Coverage
5.1.3 Comprehensive insurance
5.2 By Channel of Distribution
5.2.1 Brokers
5.2.2 Agency
5.2.3 Banks
5.2.4 Direct
5.2.5 Others
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Market Concentration Overview
6.2 Company Profiles
6.2.1 Münchener Rückversicherungs-Gesellschaft Aktiengesellschaft in München
6.2.2 Allianz Beratungs- und Vertriebs-AG
6.2.3 Debeka Lebensversicherungsverein auf Gegenseitigkeit Sitz Koblenz am Rhein
6.2.4 R+V VERSICHERUNG AG
6.2.5 SIGNAL IDUNA Lebensversicherung a. G.
6.2.6 Versicherungskammer Bayern Versicherungsanstalt des öffentlichen Rechts
6.2.7 VHV Vereinigte Hannoversche Versicherung a.G.
6.2.8 Axa konzern AG
6.2.9 CHECK24 GmbH
6.2.10 GOTHAER Versicherungsbank VVaG*
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
8. DISCLAIMER AND ABOUT US
German Motor Insurance Industry Segmentation
Motor insurance is a unique insurance policy meant for vehicle owners to protect them from incurring any financial losses that may arise due to damage or theft of the vehicle. You can purchase a motor insurance policy if you have a private car, a commercial vehicle, or a two-wheeler.
This report aims to provide a detailed analysis of the German motor insurance market. It focuses on the market dynamics, emerging trends in the segments and regional markets, and insights on various product and application types. Also, it analyses the key players and the competitive landscape in the German Motor Insurance Market.
The German motor insurance market is segmented by type (third-party, partial coverage, and comprehensive) and by distribution channel (brokers, agency, direct, banks, and others)
| By Motor Insurance Type | |
| Third Party Liability | |
| Partial Coverage | |
| Comprehensive insurance |
| By Channel of Distribution | |
| Brokers | |
| Agency | |
| Banks | |
| Direct | |
| Others |
German Motor Insurance Market Research FAQs
How big is the Germany Motor Insurance Market?
The Germany Motor Insurance Market size is expected to reach USD 37.66 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 3.45% to reach USD 44.62 billion by 2029.
What is the current Germany Motor Insurance Market size?
In 2024, the Germany Motor Insurance Market size is expected to reach USD 37.66 billion.
Who are the key players in Germany Motor Insurance Market?
Münchener Rückversicherungs-Gesellschaft Aktiengesellschaft in München, Allianz Beratungs- und Vertriebs-AG, Debeka Lebensversicherungsverein auf Gegenseitigkeit Sitz Koblenz am Rhein , R+V VERSICHERUNG AG and SIGNAL IDUNA Lebensversicherung a. G. are the major companies operating in the Germany Motor Insurance Market.
What years does this Germany Motor Insurance Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the Germany Motor Insurance Market size was estimated at USD 36.40 billion. The report covers the Germany Motor Insurance Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Germany Motor Insurance Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
German Motor Insurance Industry Report
Statistics for the 2024 German Motor Insurance market share, size and revenue growth rate, created by Mordor Intelligence™ Industry Reports. German Motor Insurance analysis includes a market forecast outlook to 2029 and historical overview. Get a sample of this industry analysis as a free report PDF download.
