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Auto detailing
Activity to clean and maintain a vehicle
Activity to clean and maintain a vehicle
Auto detailing is the process of thoroughly cleaning a vehicle. It goes beyond a regular car wash by focusing on deep cleaning the interior and polishing the exterior. This often involves hand-cleaning methods.
Detailing in the auto industry
Professional detailing services and the sale of products to both professionals and enthusiasts represent a significant commercial presence in places where automobiles are a major mode of transport.
The professional and home detailing industry in the United States experienced declining revenues from 2018 through 2022 due to the pandemic. Industry demand depends on the steady use of cars and motorists taking road trips. The industry experienced a 1.3% increase in 2023 to $14.6 billion, with profits reaching 16.1%.
In the United States, the market value of car care products and services in 2021 was estimated at $3.12 billion. Consumers are expected to spend on vehicle maintenance and appearance at a compound annual growth rate of 3.5% from 2022 through 2030.
As of 2024, the global car detailing services market was valued at approximately $41.40 billion and is expected to grow to $58.06 billion by 2030, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9% from 2025 to 2030.
References
References
- (11 October 2023). "Car Wash & Auto Detailing in the US industry trends (2019-2024)". Ibisworld.
- "U.S. Car Care Products Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Car Cleaning Products, Car Polish, Car Wax,), By Packaging Volume (Less Than 250 ml, 251 - 500 ml), By End-use, By Distribution Channel, And Segment Forecasts, 2022 - 2030".
- "Car Detailing Services Market Size {{!}} Industry Report, 2030".
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