Before you assume we’re being a little presumptuous by headlining this story, “You’re going to have a great year!,” let's make it clear that we’re not making a prediction. Rather, it’s the only conclusion we could make after analyzing the data from our comprehensive “Aftermarket Outlook” study. To reach this conclusion, Aftermarket Business and our sister publication, Motor Age, which serves independent repair shops, surveyed every market niche in the distribution chain –– manufacturers, program groups, warehouse distributors, jobbers, auto parts retailers, independent repair shops, new and used car dealerships and consumers. Without a doubt, “Aftermarket Outlook” is the most in-depth State of the Industry report ever conducted by a publisher in the automotive aftermarket. Although there have been other attempts to get a pulse on the market, including our own, this study is the first to span the entire marketplace and to do it scientifically. 2004 State of the IndustryClick Here for results gathered from Manufacturers, Program Groups and Warehouse Distributors.Click Here for results gathered from Jobbers and Retailers. Click Here for results gathered from Independent Repair Shops, Dealerships and Consumers. Note: You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the above State of the Industry files. This program is available as a free download from the Adobe website. | ||
