Industry Statistics and Trends
Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe key trends
Aftermarket demand is set to climb as new hybrids hit the road.
More vehicles out there means more need for replacement parts, especially those tailor-made for the unique components found in hybrid models.
Electric vehicles will become the industry’s primary focus.
Regulation relating to environmental standards is lifting demand for electric vehicles - wholesalers and retailers can capitalise on this shift.
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Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2012-2030. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe market size (2020-2025)
Industry revenue has grown at a CAGR of 1.6 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €341.7bn in 2025.
Trends and Insights
European car production declines, prompting supply chain adjustments and industry consolidation
- European car production fell by 4.6% in 2024, reaching 14.4 million units, according to data from the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA). This decline marks a correction after the backlog-driven surge in 2023 and reflects ongoing supply-demand adjustments. The data also showed that the EU experienced a sharper drop, with car production down 6.2%. Industry confidence in car manufacturing remains significantly weaker than in other European manufacturing sectors. Western Europe’s most substantial decreases occurred in Italy (-43.4%), Belgium (-31.2%), France (-12.4%), and Sweden (-5.1%).
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Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe outlook (2025-2030)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Electric vehicles will take centre stage
- In 2026, the European new car market is projected to grow by 1.4%, reaching 1.992 million registrations, according to SMMT data. Battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) will drive this expansion, with volumes expected to rise 20.5%, securing a 28.0% market share. Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) will also perform strongly, with volumes set to increase by 17.4%, accounting for 11.6% of the market.
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Revenue
€341.7bn
Employees
1m
Wages
€XX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
Top 5 Countries
- Russia +14.1%
- Bosnia & Herzegovina +6.5%
- Bulgaria +6.2%
- Lithuania +5.9%
- Cyprus +5.7%
Bottom 5 Countries
- Iceland -2.8%
- Malta -0.5%
- France -0.4%
- Turkey 0.0%
- Netherlands 0.0%
* CAGR values are for the years 2020-2025.
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Biggest companies in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2025 | Revenue (€m)
2025 | Profit (€m)
2025 | Profit Margin (%)
2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
D'leteren SA | 12,819.5 | 1,813.6 | 14.1 | |
D'Ieteren SA | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
LKQ Europe GmbH | 14,855.6 | 782.2 | 5.3 |
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Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Europe in 2025?
The market size of the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Europe is €341.7bn in 2025.
How many businesses are there in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Europe in 2025?
There are 428k businesses in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 8.0 % between 2020 and 2025.
Has the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Europe has been growing at a CAGR of 1.6 % between 2020 and 2025.
What is the forecast growth of the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Europe include?
Body panels and bumpers and Miscellaneous products are part of the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Europe.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and increasing in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Greece
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Romania
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Norway
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Estonia
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Iceland
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Austria
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in France
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in the Netherlands
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Belgium
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Cyprus
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Lithuania
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Finland
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Bulgaria
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Spain
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Portugal
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Hungary
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Czechia
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Turkey
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Serbia
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Switzerland
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Denmark
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Malta
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Luxembourg
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Russia
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Italy
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Poland
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Slovakia
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Slovenia
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Sweden
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Latvia
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Croatia
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry wholesale and retail motor vehicle parts, components, supplies, tools and accessories. This also includes rubber tyres, inner tubes for tyres, spark plugs, batteries, lighting equipment and electrical parts.
Related Terms
ALTERNATIVE FUEL VEHICLE (AFV)CLUTCHORIGINAL EQUIPMENTWhat's included in this industry?
Body panels and bumpersMiscellaneous productsGearboxes and axlesBrakes and wheelsSeats, seat belts and airbagsSteering wheels and related componentsRadiators and silencersCompanies
D'leteren SAD'Ieteren SALKQ Europe GmbHIndustry Code
453 - Sale of motor vehicle parts and accessories in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
European car production declines, prompting supply chain adjustments and industry consolidation
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2025 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Employees in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Business in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Profit in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Customers expect high-quality, lightweight and sustainable materials. Given the safety, comfort and performance requirements, wholesalers and retailers focus on stocking the best products.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Largest Importer
- Smallest Importer
- Total Imports into Europe
- Largest Exporter
- Smallest Exporter
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2025)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2025)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2025)
- IVA (2025)
- Enterprises (2025)
- Employment (2025)
- Exports (2025)
- Imports (2025)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
The industry is highly diverse, with numerous competitive opportunities. While major companies have operations in most European markets, small companies can target niche areas and thrive in areas of high concentration.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2020-2025)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 11 companies by market share:
- Market share (2025)
- Revenue (2025)
- Profit (2025)
- Profit Margin (2025)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for D'leteren SA
- Countries of operation for D'Ieteren SA
- Countries of operation for LKQ Europe GmbH
- Countries of operation for Euromaster GmbH
- Countries of operation for Mobivia SA
- Countries of operation for Volkswagen Original Teile Logistik GmbH & Co. KG
- Countries of operation for Stahlgruber GmbH
- Countries of operation for Alliance Automotive Group
- Countries of operation for AUTODOC SE
- Countries of operation for Feu Vert SAS
- Countries of operation for ALP PARTS Otomotiv Yedek Parça Ithalat Ihracat Ticaret Ltd Sirketi
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Regulations relating to safety and environmental standards are stringent. Wholesalers and retailers must ensure their car parts comply with the intense regulatory environment, which can be complex and costly.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Profit varies between wholesalers and retailers. The product mix holds considerable weight on profit, with those that stock high-margin products benefitting from higher profitability.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
- Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
- Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
- Average Wage (2015-2030)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and bottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2025)
- Business Growth (2025)
- Job Growth (2025)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2025)
- Imports/Demand (2025)
- Exports/Revenue (2025)
- Revenue per Employee (2025)
- Wages/Revenue (2025)
- Employees per Establishment (2025)
- Average Wage (2025)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2015-2030)
- IVA (2015-2030)
- Establishments (2015-2030)
- Enterprises (2015-2030)
- Employment (2015-2030)
- Exports (2015-2030)
- Imports (2015-2030)
- Wages (2015-2030)
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