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Recent data highlighted by NEWS. AZ,  drawing on Eurostat figures, places Luxembourg just behind Italy in car ownership across the European Union. At first glance, the headline suggests a simple ranking shift. In reality, it reveals deeper structural patterns about wealth, mobility, and how small economies function within the EU. A Close Second in Europe Italy leads the EU with approximately 701 cars per 1,000 inhabitants, while Luxembourg follows closely with around 670 cars per 1,000 inhabitants. This positions Luxembourg not only above the EU average (578 cars per 1,000 people) but firmly among the most car-dependent societies in Europe. (Lux Times) The gap between Italy and Luxembourg is therefore marginal- not a structural divergence, but a statistical edge. Why Luxembourg’s Numbers Are So High Unlike larger countries, Luxembourg’s car ownership figures are influenced by unique economic and geographic dynamics: Cross-border workforce distortion: Hundreds of thousands commute daily from France, Belgium, and Germany. Many company cars are registered in Luxembourg but used beyond its borders. High income levels: One of the wealthiest countries in the EU, Luxembourg has a population with strong purchasing power, naturally increasing car ownership. Urban structure: Despite investments in public transport, suburban living patterns and cross-border commuting still favour private vehicles. These factors mean Luxembourg’s “per capita” ownership is not purely reflective of resident behaviour—it is partially inflated by economic structure. Italy’s Lead: Scale and Culture Italy’s top position stems from different fundamentals: Deep-rooted car culture, especially outside major cities Fragmented regional transport systems, particularly in the south Large population base, where car ownership remains essential in many areas Unlike Luxembourg, Italy’s numbers are less distorted by external workforce dynamics and more reflective of domestic mobility needs. A European Trend: High Ownership, Slow Transition The broader EU context matters. Car ownership across Europe remains high and continues to grow, even as the transition to greener mobility accelerates: The EU has over 260 million cars in total. (European Commission). Electric vehicles are rising, but still represent a relatively small share of the total fleet. (European Commission). Hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles are increasing, with Luxembourg notably having one of the highest shares of newer and cleaner cars. (European Commission). This suggests that while the type of cars is changing, car dependency itself remains deeply embedded. The headline - Luxembourg trailing Italy - misses the more important takeaway: Luxembourg is structurally car-intensive despite strong public transport investment. Italy remains culturally and geographically car-reliant. The EU as a whole is transitioning technologically, not behaviourally. In other words, Europe is electrifying its cars faster than it is reducing reliance on them. For policymakers and investors, the implications are clear: Urban mobility solutions (public transport, micro-mobility, cross-border systems) remain underdeveloped relative to demand. EV infrastructure and incentives will continue to expand, but won’t immediately reduce ownership rates. Small, high-income states like Luxembourg will continue to show inflated metrics due to structural quirks. The ranking itself is less important than what it signals: car ownership in Europe is not declining - it is evolving.
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Europe’s tourism outlook for 2026 is looking strong, thanks especially to rising visitor numbers from China and India. Countries like Spain, France, Italy, Greece, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg are expected to benefit from this trend, as travellers from these two Asian markets bring fresh demand and spending power to European destinations... Read more - luxembourgexpats.lu/stories/news/asia-travelers-drive-europes-tourism-growth-in-2026
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Luxembourgish With Anne - B1 Hybrid Bootcamp Ready to finally move beyond A2? The B1 Hybrid Bootcamp helps learners strengthen their Luxembourgish communication skills with a clear, structured 4-month plan. Students get: • A weekly small-group speaking session (3–4 learners) • A step-by-step study roadmap • Personalised feedback from expert coaches It’s the fastest way to break through the A2 plateau and build real confidence at the B1 level — even if you’ve been stuck for a while. 👉 Secure your spot now and start your B1 transformation - link.luxembourgexpats.lu/48g
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The Luxembourg Ministry of Health has responded to recent media discussions about the temporary suspension of a doctor’s licence, stressing that the process strictly follows the law... Read more - luxembourgexpats.lu/stories/news/luxembourg-clarifies-doctor-suspension-process
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FLEX pricing is simple: you pay only for the time & distance you use – nothing more. 💳 No monthly fee ⛽ Fuel included 📱 Full cost control in the app 👉 Check prices: flex.lu/en
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Luxembourg experienced a cold winter day on 20 February 2026, with early morning temperatures starting close to 1°C. The low reading many residents noticed reflected the actual measured temperature during the coldest hours just after sunrise, when frost-like conditions were possible in some areas... Read more - luxembourgexpats.lu/stories/news/cold-morning-chilly-day-in-luxembourg
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