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In our databases the automotive industry may be classified under headings such as Motor industry, Car industry, Commercial vehicles

Company databases may use SIC codes or NAIC codes and in the field of finance the GICS codes may be used (or an ICB for the UK). More information.

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IBISWorld	Provides detailed market research reports for UK, US, China and (limited) global. Searching for automotive finds reports on topics such as Global Car and Automobile Manufacturing, Automobile Interior Manufacturing (US), Engine Manufacturing in China (China).
Technavio Insights	Recommended resource for researching the automotive market. Market reports for many different automotive components as well as broader reports e.g. high performance cars and electric cars.
Statista	Statistics, reports and infographics on various aspects of the automotive industry around the world.
MarketLine Advantage	Contains basic industry and company profiles for sectors such as Automotive manufacturing, Automotive aftermarket, Light trucks and New cars.
Mergent Online	Mergent incorporates the Investext module of analysts' research. Try using keyword in headine for focussed results.
Bloomberg Finance Zone only	Go to > Function <BI> and select sectors and sub-sectors. Information available for Automotive sector includes cost analysis, market share and production and sales data. Or use the function <RES>.

**Web sources**
Automotive Industry - PwC PwC produce regular insights on various aspects of the automotive industry.	European Automobile Manufacturers Association Industry statistics and publications including a 2023 Economic and Market Report published in March 2024.
US Motor Vehicle Trade Statistics Legacy site provides statistical data from the Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration from 2014-2019.	International Organisation of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Includes sales and production data.
Automotive Reports - BCG BCG produce regular reports on different aspects on the Automotive industry, including the 2023 report Aftermarket 2030— The Fleet Imperative.	Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (UK) Numerous reports and data available including their 2023 Motor Industry Facts report.
KPMG Automotive Institute Global Automotive Executive survey is an annual report from KPMG. The 2024 report is currently available, as well as reports and analysis on other automotive topics.	Automotive Insights Recent McKinsey reports some forecasting to 2030.

ScienceDirect	Covers business and sci/tech. Good for academic articles on materials, technologies and processes in automotive manufacturing.
Factiva	Our global news database with news wires, newspapers, websites and trade and professional titles. For a more targeted search try limiting the sources to the automotive industry.
FT.com	Registration required. NB: It is included when searching Factiva.
Economist	Full personalised access to The Economist. Registration required.
ProQuest Business Premium Collection	Covers business and industry journals, news wires and reports. Includes some content from Just-Auto.