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Aftermarket SPOTLIGHTS – insights about trending topics
Workshops are the pivotal hubs of the automotive aftermarket industry, where crucial decisions are made. Our Aftermarket SPOTLIGHTS offer an in-depth exploration of these decision-making centers, focusing on the most relevant and current topics. Gain exclusive insights into the trends, preferences, and behaviors driving the industry. Stay informed and ahead of the curve with our comprehensive analyses, covering key issues that matter most.
Your “ear” to the market
Several times a year, we explore interesting and current questions in the aftermarket. We create a comprehensive set of questions, organize surveys, analyze, and process the results, providing spotlights for six countries.
Country coverage
- France
- Germany
- Italy
- Poland
- Spain
- United Kingdom
Analyses market participants: independent workshops for passenger cars
Sample size: 100 interviews per country (600 in total)
Method: Computer Aided Telephone Interviews (CATI)
Spotlight 2024 Q2 (E-Commerce Part 2)
E-Commerce Procurement of Workshops: 2024 vs. 2021
- Current Share of Spare Parts via Web Portals: Examination of the current percentage of spare parts procured through web portals by workshops
- Projected Future Share of Spare Parts via Web Portals: Insights into the expected growth in the use of web portals for spare parts procurement over the next five years.
- Advantages of Sourcing from Web Portals: An overview of the key benefits workshops experience when sourcing spare parts from web portals compared to traditional methods.
- Challenges of Buying from Web Portals: Identification of the primary challenges and drawbacks faced by workshops when purchasing spare parts online.
This questionnaire was conducted in both 2021 and 2024, providing a comprehensive comparison of trends and changes over time.
