The Covid-19 pandemic and semiconductor shortage have disrupted the trend towards self-registrations in Europe. The Dataforce analysis of market channels in new registrations figures explains the pre-crisis trend and the changes in the last two years, along with the differences between market and brand strategies.
Origin of the Microchip Shortage & Other Constraints
As demand for once common products soared, the ability to ship vehicles, parts, components, and other materials dwindled with each passing week into the pandemic.