Auto Detailing - Wikipedia

Activity to clean and maintain a vehicle

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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

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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.[1] Industry demand depends on the steady use of cars and motorists taking road trips.[1] The industry experienced a 1.3% increase in 2023 to $14.6 billion, with profits reaching 16.1%.[1]

In the United States, the market value of car care products and services in 2021 was estimated at $3.12 billion.[2] Consumers are expected to spend on vehicle maintenance and appearance at a compound annual growth rate of 3.5% from 2022 through 2030.[2]

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.[3]

See also

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• Automotive restoration
• Car wash
• Mitter curtain

References

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1. ^ a b c "Car Wash & Auto Detailing in the US industry trends (2019-2024)". Ibisworld. 11 October 2023. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
2. ^ a b "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". grandviewresearch.com. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
3. ^ "Car Detailing Services Market Size | Industry Report, 2030". www.grandviewresearch.com. Retrieved 22 July 2025.