291
Manufacture of motor vehicles
This division includes the manufacture of motor vehicles for road transport, from small cars and trucks to buses. Essentially, if your factory produces automobiles, commercial vehicles, or main parts for them such as engines or bodies, you fall under this category. We do not include repairs, trade, or manufacture of trailers.
Entrepreneur Profile
This CAEN code 291 is intended for entrepreneurs and companies (SRL, PFA) wishing to develop a business focused on manufacture of motor vehicles. It is ideal for founders aiming to offer specialized services or products in this economic niche within the Romanian market.
Who should avoid:
Avoid the exclusive use of code 291 if the main activity of your company shifts towards other commercial or related branches not specified in the official description. See the excluded activities section below.
Industry Overview
The automotive industry represents a central pillar of the Romanian economy, and Division CAEN 291, 'Manufacture of motor vehicles', covers the actual production segment. From the manufacture of passenger cars and light commercial vehicles to the production of buses, trolleybuses, and engines, this macroeconomic category is essential for understanding the country's industrial capacity. Romania is recognized as a regional hub for automotive production, hosting important factories of major international manufacturers, and the contribution of this sector to GDP and exports is overwhelming. The evolution of this field has been marked by deep integration into global supply chains, with a constant increase in technological complexity.
Challenges and Opportunities
Entrepreneurs operating in this niche face major challenges, such as the need for continuous investments in automation and digitalization, compliance with strict quality and environmental standards, and fluctuations in global demand. Additionally, managing a specialized workforce and adapting to new trends in electrification and autonomous vehicles are critical success factors. In conclusion, Division CAEN 291 offers significant opportunities but requires a robust strategy and adaptability to the rapid changes of the automotive industry.
Included Activities
- ✅ Manufacture of passenger cars
- ✅ Manufacture of vehicles for transporting goods
- ✅ Manufacture of buses and trolleybuses
- ✅ Manufacture of engines for motor vehicles
- ✅ Manufacture of parts and accessories for motor vehicles and engines
- ✅ Assembly of motor vehicles from manufactured subassemblies
Excluded Activities
- ❌ Manufacture of trailers and semi-trailers (division 292)
- ❌ Manufacture of railway vehicles (division 302)
- ❌ Manufacture of motorcycles and bicycles (division 309)
- ❌ Manufacture of electrical and electronic components for motor vehicles, if manufactured separately (included in other CAEN codes)
- ❌ Repair and maintenance of motor vehicles (division 452)
- ❌ Trade in motor vehicles (division 451)
Similar or Related CAEN Codes:
From the same category of economic activities:
Întrebări Frecvente
What type of companies can use CAEN code 291?
Any legal entity in Romania (SRL, PFA, Individual Enterprise) performing activities related to "manufacture of motor vehicles" is required to have this code authorized in its articles of incorporation or at the Trade Register.
Are special permits required for CAEN 291?
The need for permits depends on the exact nature of the operations carried out under class 291. Some activities require authorizations from DSV, Environment, or Occupational Safety, while others can be conducted solely based on the self-declaration at incorporation.