Industry operators primarily repair motor vehicle engines and parts, and perform regular motor vehicle maintenance and servicing. Smash repairs and electrical repairs are considered separate industries and are not included in this industry summary (Reeves, M. IBISworld, Mar 2019).
The motor vehicle body, paint and interior repair industry includes companies that primarily engage in repairing, panel beating or spray painting smashed or damaged motor vehicles. The industry also includes companies that replace, repair or tint automotive glass, and companies that perform interior repairs, car wash or cleaning services (Reeves, M. IBISworld, Oct 2019).
The automotive industry includes motor vehicle manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, parts suppliers, and mechanics that design, research, develop, manufacture, sell and maintain motor vehicles and parts. Motor vehicles are passenger moving cars, trucks, buses, motorcycles, and other recreational motorised vehicles sold to households, businesses, and governments (Yeoh, Y.H. IBISworld. Jun, 2020).