The automotive aftermarket is undergoing significant changes, with data and market intelligence playing an increasingly central role. Wolk & Nikolic After Sales Intelligence GmbH has now completed the integration of BBE Automotive, further strengthening its market research capabilities. In parallel, the Cologne Aftersales Forum is set to return in September 2025 after a long hiatus, providing a platform for industry discussions and insights.

Completion of BBE Automotive Integration

Following the acquisition of BBE Automotive last year, Wolk & Nikolic has finalized the integration process. As part of this transition, BBE Automotive’s services will continue under the name “BBE Research by Wolk & Nikolic.”

This change ensures that existing research projects and methodologies are maintained while incorporating new analytical approaches and digital solutions. The aim is to provide structured and data-driven insights for companies operating in the automotive aftermarket.

According to Zoran Nikolic, Managing Director of Wolk & Nikolic,
“By integrating BBE Automotive, we are building on a long-standing foundation of market research while expanding our analytical capabilities. This combination of expertise is intended to support companies in their strategic planning and decision-making.”

The transition marks a step toward a more consolidated approach to automotive market intelligence, reflecting broader trends in data integration and digital analysis within the sector.

The Cologne Aftersales Forum Returns in 2025

In addition to finalizing the BBE integration, Wolk & Nikolic has announced the return of the Cologne Aftersales Forum, scheduled for September 2025. The forum, which has not taken place since 2019, has traditionally served as a key meeting point for decision-makers and industry professionals.

Over the years, both Wolk & Nikolic and BBE Automotive have hosted separate industry events, providing platforms for discussions on market trends, challenges, and innovations. The 2025 forum will now be organized as a joint effort, aiming to bring together a broad range of perspectives from across the sector.

“Our objective is to provide a setting where industry professionals can exchange ideas, discuss challenges, and explore developments in the automotive aftermarket.”

Further information regarding the date, venue, and program details will be shared in the coming months.

Looking Ahead

With the completion of the BBE Automotive integration and the relaunch of the Cologne Aftersales Forum, Wolk & Nikolic is shifting its focus toward expanding data-driven research methodologies and digital solutions for the industry.

While these developments mark a continuation of existing efforts, they also reflect broader changes within the automotive aftermarket, particularly in terms of market intelligence, digitalization, and evolving business models. The return of the Cologne Aftersales Forum is expected to provide a space for discussing these ongoing transformations.

Further updates on both the integration and the Cologne Aftersales Forum will be provided in due course.