Subways

Number of Subway Systems by Country

October 6, 2023

Number of operational and under construction subway systems by country. Includes only heavy subway systems or metros. Light rail systems may share roads or have level crossings are not included.

Subways are defined by the International Association of Public Transport (UITP) as urban passenger transport systems, that are operated on their own right of way, and are segregated from general road and pedestrian traffic.

Operational and Under Construction Subway Systems by Country

October 6, 2023

Number of operational and under construction subway systems by country with more than one heavy subway system or metro.

In recent years construction of subway system have accelerated since it became the most efficient way to solve traffic congestion problems in large cities.

  Cars and Commercial Vehicles

Production of Cars and Commercial Vehicles by Country

October 6, 2023

Total number of cars and commercial vehicles produced by country in 2022 (in millions).

The largest producer of vehicles is China followed by the US, and Japan. Cars and commercial vehicles were produced in 37 countries.