DIY Auto Maintenance - US - January 2015
DIY Auto Maintenance - US - January 2015

“Only 11% of respondents are doing their own work on cars. Given the complexity of modern vehicles and a general lack of interest in DIY work as a hobby, DIY marketers face an uphill battle. However, there is room for expanding this market and encouraging more DIY behavior. Online tools such as video tutorials and smartphone apps can help merge consumers’ use of technology to support DIY activities.”

– Tim Healey ...

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Overview

Overview

This report provides in-depth analysis and insight supported by a range of data. At the same time, introductory and top-level content is provided to give you an overview of the issues covered.

Executive Summary
Issues and Insights
Trend Applications

Market

Market

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Market Size and Forecast
Market Drivers

Consumer

Consumer

Mintel's proprietary consumer research provides our analysts with the attitudinal and behavioral data used to provide valuable insight to topical issues.

Vehicles Owned
Price of Most Recent Vehicle Purchase
Last Vehicle Purchased and Purchase Plans
Place Taken for Repair/Service
Work Done by Self versus Professional
Use of Internet in Relation to Car Repairs
Attitudes toward Car Ownership and Maintenance
Race/Hispanic Origin

Brand/Company

Brand/Company

Mintel provides overviews of the top brands and manufacturers, and uses consumer research to explore attitudes and reactions to brands, as well as insight into what will resonate with consumers.

Retail Channels
Innovations and Innovators
Marketing Strategies

Data

Data

Reports provide appendices of data to support the research and insight produced. Our tables of data are easily manipulated and downloadable to support your research needs and covers factors from consumer attitudes to market forecasts.

Appendix – Other Useful Consumer Tables
Appendix – Trade Associations