Manufacture of motor vehicles

NACE v2.0 Code: C29.10

About manufacture of motor vehicles

NACE code 29.10 covers the manufacture of motor vehicles, a critical industry that plays a vital role in the global economy. This sector is responsible for producing a wide range of automobiles, from passenger cars to commercial vehicles, which are essential for transportation, logistics, and economic development. The motor vehicle industry is a significant contributor to employment, innovation, and international trade, making it a key driver of economic growth.

Production process

The manufacture of motor vehicles involves a complex and highly automated production process. The main steps include stamping and shaping of metal components, assembly of the vehicle frame and body, installation of the powertrain (engine, transmission, and drivetrain), and the integration of electrical and electronic systems. Advanced manufacturing techniques, such as robotics, computer-aided design (CAD), and just-in-time production, are widely used to ensure efficiency, quality, and flexibility in the production process.

Production inputs

The motor vehicle industry requires a wide range of inputs, including steel, aluminum, plastics, rubber, and various electronic components. Specialized machinery, such as stamping presses, welding equipment, and assembly lines, are also essential for the production process. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce, including engineers, technicians, and assembly line workers, to design, engineer, and assemble the final products.

Production outputs

The primary output of NACE code 29.10 is the manufacture of motor vehicles, which are then sold to consumers, businesses, and governments. These vehicles are used for personal transportation, commercial transportation, and various industrial applications. The motor vehicle industry's outputs are consumed by a wide range of other NACE codes, including 45.11 Wholesale and retail trade and repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles, 49.10 Passenger rail transport, interurban, and 49.41 Freight transport by road.

Revisions to 29.10

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 29.10. The most recent 2 versions of this code (29.10) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 29.10 ( NACE v2.0).

Newer versions

Related Tariff Codes (HS / Harmonized System)

These HS codes are related to this econ code: (29.10).

HS code HS year HS title
840731HS v2017Engines; reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity not exceeding 50cc
840732HS v2017Engines; reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 50cc but not exceeding 250cc
840733HS v2017Engines; reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 250cc but not exceeding 1000cc
840734HS v2017Engines; reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 1000cc
840820HS v2017Engines; compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87
870120HS v2017Tractors; road, for semi-trailers
870210HS v2017Vehicles; public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), new or used
870220HS v2017Vehicles; public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) and electric motor for propulsion, new or used
870230HS v2017Vehicles; public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) and electric motor for propulsion, new or used
870240HS v2017Vehicles; public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with only electric motor for propulsion, new or used
870290HS v2017Vehicles; public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), n.e.c. in heading 8702, new or used
870321HS v2017Vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc
870322HS v2017Vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc
870323HS v2017Vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc
870324HS v2017Vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc
870331HS v2017Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity not over 1500cc
870332HS v2017Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 2500cc
870333HS v2017Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc
870340HS v2017Vehicles; with both spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, incapable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power
870350HS v2017Vehicles; with both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) and electric motor for propulsion, incapable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power
870360HS v2017Vehicles; with both spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, capable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power
870370HS v2017Vehicles; with both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) and electric motor for propulsion, capable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power
870380HS v2017Vehicles; with only electric motor for propulsion
870390HS v2017Vehicles; for transport of persons (other than those of heading no. 8702) n.e.c. in heading no. 8703
870421HS v2017Vehicles; compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
870422HS v2017Vehicles; compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes but not exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
870423HS v2017Vehicles; compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
870431HS v2017Vehicles; spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
870432HS v2017Vehicles; spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
870490HS v2017Vehicles; for transport of goods, n.e.c. in heading no. 8704
870510HS v2017Vehicles; crane lorries
870310HS v2017Vehicles; specially designed for travelling on snow, golf cars and similar vehicles
870520HS v2017Vehicles; mobile drilling derricks
870530HS v2017Vehicles; fire fighting vehicles
870540HS v2017Vehicles; concrete-mixer lorries
870590HS v2017Vehicles; break-down lorries, road-sweepers, spraying lorries, mobile workshops, mobile radiological units, and other special purpose vehicles n.e.c. in heading no. 8705
870600HS v2017Chassis; fitted with engines, for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8701 to 8705

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (29.10).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
2910ISIC v4.0Manufacture of motor vehicles

Related CPC Codes

These CPC codes are related to this econ code: (29.10).

CPC code CPC Version CPC title
43121CPC v2.1Spark-ignition reciprocating internal combustion piston engines, of a cylinder capacity not exceeding 1000 cc
43122CPC v2.1Spark-ignition reciprocating internal combustion piston engines, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 1000 cc
43123CPC v2.1Compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock
49111CPC v2.1Road tractors for semi-trailers
49112CPC v2.1Public-transport type passenger motor vehicles
49113CPC v2.1Motor cars and other motor vehicles principally designed for the transport of persons (except public-transport type vehicles, vehicles specially designed for travelling on snow, and golf cars and similar vehicles)
49114CPC v2.1Motor vehicles n.e.c. for the transport of goods
49115CPC v2.1Crane lorries
49116CPC v2.1Motor vehicles, for the transport of persons, specially designed for travelling on snow; golf cars and similar vehicles
49119CPC v2.1Special-purpose motor vehicles n.e.c.
49121CPC v2.1Chassis fitted with engines, for motor vehicles
88811CPC v2.1Motor vehicle manufacturing services

Family tree for manufacture of motor vehicles

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