Vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $162.5 million of vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) in 2024 (15.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $162.5M | 15.4K t |
| 2023 | $161.0M | 16.2K t |
| 2022 | $165.7M | 29.0K t |
| 2021 | $125.2M | 13.4K t |
| 2020 | $112.3M | 12.1K t |
| 2019 | $152.6M | 19.2K t |
| 2018 | $161.5M | 17.0K t |
| 2017 | $129.1M | 12.8K t |
Where the United States exports vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) to
One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 61% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $99.3M | 61% |
| Mexico | $19.4M | 12% |
| Australia | $12.3M | 7.6% |
| Chile | $4.5M | 2.8% |
| Sweden | $2.8M | 1.7% |
| Mongolia | $1.7M | 1.1% |
| South Africa | $1.7M | 1.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.4M | 0.8% |
| Peru | $1.3M | 0.8% |
| Estonia | $1.3M | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.57 per kg, close to the world average of $9.09.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) imports to the United States
Imports of vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) by the United States reached $805.0 million in 2024 (72.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 204 countries for imports of this product. Mexico alone supplied 53% of it. Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $423.4M | 53% |
| Canada | $190.9M | 24% |
| Japan | $135.4M | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $15.9M | 2% |
| Germany | $9.3M | 1.2% |
| Spain | $6.2M | 0.8% |
| Austria | $4.5M | 0.6% |
| China | $3.5M | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $2.2M | 0.3% |
| Malaysia | $1.7M | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) exports (HS 8707.90): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8707.90: Vehicles: bodies (including cabs) for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8701, 8702, 8704 or 8705.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) exported by the United States?
The United States exported vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) worth $162.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 131 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries buy vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 61% of the value ($99.3 million), followed by Mexico (12%) and Australia (8%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 102 buyer countries in total. Chile grew fastest among the top ten, up 945% on the year.
What is the average export price of vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $10.57 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $9.09 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $129.1 million in 2017 to $162.5 million in 2024, an increase of 26%. The peak was 2022 at $165.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $146.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck)?
Yes. The United States imported $805.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Mexico, Canada and Japan. That compares with exports of $162.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck)?
The HS code for vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) is subheading 8707.90. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8707 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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