Hungary’s car registration figures returned to positive territory in February 2026, signaling a potential stabilization in consumer demand after a weak start to the year. Year-over-year, new car registrations rose by 1.40% in February, reversing the 9.20% decline recorded in January 2026.
The data, updated on 24 March 2026, show a marked improvement in momentum: while January’s reading reflected a sharp contraction compared with January 2025, February’s figure indicates that registrations slightly exceeded their February 2025 level. This shift from a steep annual drop to modest growth within a month suggests that the downturn in Hungary’s auto market may be easing, though the recovery remains fragile and will need confirmation in the coming months.
