Romania’s car registration activity showed a strong recovery in February 2026, with the indicator rising to 13.10% month-over-month, according to data updated on 24 March 2026. This marks a sharp turnaround from January 2026, when registrations had plunged by 62.80% compared with the previous month.
The February figure indicates that demand for new cars has picked up significantly after the severe contraction at the start of the year. On a month-over-month basis, the latest reading reflects an improvement not only in volume but also in sentiment, as the market moves away from the pronounced decline recorded in January. The comparison is based on changes between each month and its immediate predecessor, highlighting an abrupt shift from deep negative growth to solid positive momentum in Romania’s auto market.
