08/18/2025

Auto Care Factbook Predicts 5.1% Industry Growth in 2025

Source: aftermarketNews

The Auto Care Association released the 2026 Auto Care Factbook & Lang Annual. The resource for aftermarket data provides critical insights that help auto care industry businesses make data-driven decisions about the future, the association said.

The 35th edition of the Auto Care Factbook features new operational insights for navigating 2025 trade and tariff policy changes.

Auto Care Industry Grows Despite Economic Pressures

The auto care industry expanded in 2024, meeting expectations despite inflation and policy uncertainty.
The United States light-duty aftermarket grew 5.7% to $413.7 billion, nearly matching the forecasted 5.9% growth. The association said it expects 5.1% growth in 2025 for the light-duty segment. They also forecast the total light-, medium- and heavy-duty aftermarket will reach $664.3 billion by 2028.

Expanded Forecasts and Market Trends in the 183-Page Report

The 183-page Auto Care Factbook includes new and updated data. Key highlights from the report are:

• NEW Joint channel industry forecast model through 2028 (S&P Global)
• NEW Operational insights on tariffs and trade
• NEW E-commerce trends in the U.S. aftermarket
• UPDATED Financial markets commentary (Jefferies)
• UPDATED Aftermarket service satisfaction (J.D. Power)
• UPDATED Driving behavior trends (Arity)
• UPDATED Chinese EV aftermarket overview (YCP Solidiance)
• UPDATED Regional insights from Latin America (Integrate Data Facts)
• UPDATED Medium- and heavy-duty branding trends (MacKay & Company)
• Consumer behavior data (IMR Inc.)
• Global vehicle registration data (S&P Global Mobility)

Members Get Exclusive Access to TrendLens Platform

The Auto Care Factbook gives members access to nearly 50 economic and industry indicators.
These are available through the Auto Care Association’s TrendLens interactive platform.
Members can view, filter and overlay up-to-date data to analyze trends and performance.

Industry Growth Signals Resilience and Demand for Maintenance

“We are proud to present the 35th version of the Auto Care Factbook, a resource that is valued around the world for its insights into our industry. This year’s edition highlights that the U.S. automotive aftermarket industry has demonstrated remarkable resilience, showing steady year-over-year growth—even amid global supply chain disruptions and rising inflation,” said Bill Hanvey, president and CEO, Auto Care Association. “The auto care industry reached $414 billion in 2024 and is projected to surpass $664 billion by 2028. This consistent expansion reflects the essential nature of vehicle maintenance and repair, as America’s more than 239 million licensed drivers increasingly choose to extend the life of their vehicles—now averaging over 12.8 years on the road—rather than replace them.”

Pricing and Availability for Members and Non-Members

All Auto Care Association member company contacts receive the digital Auto Care Factbook for free.
The non-member price for the publication is $2,950. Members can purchase the Auto Care Factbook & Lang Annual for $1,095. Non-members can purchase the combined report for $4,045. Visit autocare.org/factbook or contact publications@autocare.org or 301-654-6664 for ordering information.