Industry Statistics and Trends
Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe key trends
Car owners limit driving to save money.
The sweeping cost-of-living crisis in Europe is forcing many car owners to reduce their vehicle usage in order to save money on fuel and repair costs.
Widespread electric vehicle adoption presents opportunities.
The push for lower vehicle emissions leads to higher uptakes of electric vehicles, presenting an area of strong growth for garages to capitalise on.
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Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 5.9 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €230.0bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
A host of new safety features limit collisions
- The number of road deaths strongly indicates demand for motor vehicle repair and maintenance services, as fewer casualties indicate car safety features are improving and likely limiting the extent of repair work needed.
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Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
The switch to electric vehicles presents opportunities
- Government policies and funding to increase the number of alternative-fuel vehicles (AFVs) like electric vehicles will force garages to adjust their operations to be able to capitalise on the rising uptake.
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Revenue
€230.0bn
Employees
2m
Wages
€XX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Euromaster GmbH | 14,063.5 | 492.2 | 3.5 | |
Autodistribution International CVBA | 7,004.7 | 287.2 | 4.1 | |
Mobivia SA | 4,545.8 | 154.4 | 3.4 |
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Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services industry in Europe is €230.0bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 845k businesses in the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 4.3 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 5.9 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe include?
Servicing and roadworthiness tests and Repairs are part of the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services industry in Europe?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Greece
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Romania
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Norway
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Poland
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Cyprus
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Estonia
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Iceland
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Austria
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in France
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Lithuania
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in the Netherlands
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Switzerland
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Finland
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Slovenia
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Bulgaria
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Luxembourg
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Russia
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Slovakia
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Italy
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Sweden
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Turkey
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Latvia
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Spain
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Portugal
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Serbia
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Belgium
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Hungary
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Czechia
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Denmark
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Malta
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Croatia
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry maintain and repair motor vehicles. Operators carry out general mechanical and electrical repairs, in addition to maintenance and servicing. The industry only includes companies that specialise in maintenance and repair activities. Car washes are also included in the industry.
Related Terms
TelematicsAlternative-Fuel Vehicles (Afvs)Mot TestWhat's included in this industry?
Servicing and roadworthiness testsRepairsBody shop servicesCar washesCompanies
Euromaster GmbHAutodistribution International CVBAMobivia SAIndustry Code
452 - Maintenance and repair of motor vehicles in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
A host of new safety features limit collisions
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Safer European roads dent demand for body repair work. New features like lane keeping technology and autonomous braking are helping to lower collisions in Europe, reducing the need for repair services.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Largest Importer
- Smallest Importer
- Total Imports into Europe
- Largest Exporter
- Smallest Exporter
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2024)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2024)
- IVA (2024)
- Enterprises (2024)
- Employment (2024)
- Exports (2024)
- Imports (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
The industry is highly fragmented. The average motor vehicle repair and maintenance shop is likely to serve a small local population with only a handful of employees.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 10 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit Margin (2024)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Euromaster GmbH
- Countries of operation for Autodistribution International CVBA
- Countries of operation for Mobivia SA
- Countries of operation for Carglass SAS
- Countries of operation for Robert Bosch GmbH
- Countries of operation for Halfords Autocentres Ltd
- Countries of operation for Kwik-Fit (GB) Ltd
- Countries of operation for De Bona SRL
- Countries of operation for pitstop.de GmbH
- Countries of operation for Vauban Automobile SAS
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Regulation is fairly intense for vehicle servicing. Repair and service centres must ensure all vehicles they fix comply with road safety and emissions standards.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Boasting skilled workers helps raise profit. Highly skilled and efficient mechanics will be able to diagnose and solve issues at a fast rate, helping to lower per-job costs.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
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