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Automotive Market Faces Challenges, but Also New Opportunities
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Automotive Market Faces Challenges, but Also New Opportunities

From Rzeczpospolita · (6m ago) Polish Positive tone

Translated from Polish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The Polish automotive leasing market is experiencing stable demand, with over 600,000 new passenger and light commercial vehicles registered in 2025, an 8% increase from the previous year.
  • mLeasing is focusing on expanding its product offerings and strengthening synergies with mBank, recognizing a growing customer interest in comprehensive vehicle-related services beyond just purchase.
  • The European automotive market faces significant pressure from Chinese competition, trade policies, and the slower-than-anticipated pace of electric vehicle adoption, necessitating industry transformation.

The Polish automotive leasing market is demonstrating robust growth, with 2025 marking a particularly strong year. Registrations of new passenger and light commercial vehicles surpassed 600,000 units, reflecting an 8% increase compared to 2024. This positive trend fuels optimism for companies like mLeasing, which are actively seeking to expand their services and deepen collaborations, particularly with mBank, to cater to evolving customer needs.

I am pleased that your first interview as CEO of mLeasing takes place precisely in 'Rzeczpospolita'. How do you see the Polish leasing market today?

— RzeczpospolitaOpening question to the CEO of mLeasing.

As highlighted in our discussion, the modern customer is increasingly looking for integrated solutions that encompass not only vehicle acquisition but also ongoing usage, maintenance, and additional services. This holistic approach is central to mLeasing's strategy, aiming to provide comprehensive support throughout the vehicle lifecycle. The leasing sector's expansion also extends to other industries, with the medical field identified as a key growth area for both mLeasing and mBank.

If we are talking about new vehicle registrations, 2025 was a very good year for the industry. Over 600,000 vehicles were registered in Poland – I mean passenger cars and vans up to 3.5 tons.

— CEO of mLeasingProviding statistics on the Polish automotive market in 2025.

However, the Polish market, like the broader European automotive landscape, operates within a complex global context. European car manufacturers are under immense pressure from several fronts: the influx of competitively priced Chinese vehicles, restrictive trade policies in key markets like the US and Asia, and the challenges of transitioning to electromobility. The initial optimism surrounding EVs has tempered, as adoption rates for passenger cars have not met expectations, forcing manufacturers to undergo significant transformations. This dynamic environment directly impacts the leasing industry, necessitating adaptability and strategic foresight to navigate the evolving demands of both consumers and the automotive sector.

The market grew by 8% compared to 2024, so it's a good forecast. That's why I look at the market very optimistically.

— CEO of mLeasingExpressing optimism about the market's growth.
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Originally published by Rzeczpospolita in Polish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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