Car Detailing Market Report 2026

The car detailing market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $1.67 billion in 2025 to $1.84 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising car ownership, growing consumer focus on vehicle appearance, expansion of automotive aftermarket services, increasing availability of detailing technology and tools, early adoption of protective car care products.

The car detailing market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.7 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for premium detailing solutions, increasing awareness of paint protection needs, rising preference for professional detailing services, expansion of detailing service chains globally, increasing use of advanced cleaning technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for premium vehicle appearance maintenance, rising adoption of protective coatings and sealants, growing popularity of professional interior restoration services, expansion of specialized paint correction and polishing solutions, increasing focus on long term vehicle aesthetic preservation.

The rise in passenger vehicle registrations is expected to propel the growth of the car detailing market going forward. Passenger cars are motorized four-wheel vehicles designed to transport passengers, typically with no more than nine seats, and are primarily used for personal transportation. The increase in passenger vehicle registrations is driven by growing consumer demand for personal mobility and convenient urban transportation solutions. Car detailing supports passenger vehicles by preserving their interior and exterior through professional cleaning, stain removal, polishing, and protective treatments, helping vehicles maintain their appearance, performance, and resale value. For instance, in March 2024, according to Statistics Canada, a Canada-based government statistics agency, there were 1,714,356 new motor vehicle registrations, representing a 13.4% increase compared to 2022. Therefore, the rise in passenger vehicle registrations is driving the growth of the car detailing market.

Major players in the car detailing market are increasingly prioritizing partnership and collaboration strategies as part of their business development initiatives. Strategic partnerships involve leveraging each other's strengths and resources to achieve mutual benefits and success. An example of this trend is seen in the case of Summit Wash Holdings, a US-based platform with 37 car wash units across select Northeast, Florida, and Nebraska markets. In June 2023, Summit Wash Holdings announced a strategic partnership with New Mountain Capital, a US-based growth-oriented investment firm with over $37 billion in assets under management. This collaboration provides Summit Wash Holdings with access to the resources and expertise of an established investment firm focused on growth-oriented projects, enhancing its capabilities for expansion and success in the car wash business.

In January 2024, MPE Partners and Appearance Technology Group, a US-based company specializing in advanced technology solutions, acquired P&S Detail Products for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition is intended to strengthen MPE Partners and Appearance Technology Group's portfolio by incorporating P&S Detail Products' advanced car detailing solutions. P&S Detail Products, a US-based company, is known for its high-quality car care and detailing products.

Major companies operating in the car detailing market report are 3M Company, Auto Finesse Ltd., CAROLINA PRIDE Carwash Systems and Solutions, D&S Car Wash Equipment Co., Jopasu System Pvt. Ltd., Liqui Moly GmbH, Oasis Car Detailing Systems Inc., Autobell Car Wash Inc., Delta Sonic Car Wash Systems Inc., Elite Detailing & Protection, Herrenfahrt UK Ltd., M-PIRE Auto Detailing, Splash Car Wash Inc., DetailXPerts Franchise Systems LLC, MobileWash Ltd., Auto Detailing Pro, Detailing Knights LLP, Car Spa Inc., Driven Brands Inc., Mister Car Wash Inc., WashTec AG, Ziebart International Corporation, Wash Depot Holdings Inc., Detail Garage LLC, Nanoshine Ltd., Pacesetter Equipment Company, Ryko Solutions Inc., Sonax GmbH, Swiss Vax USA LLC, Tommy Car Detailing Systems, Turtle Wax Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the car detailing market in 2025. The regions covered in the car detailing market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the car detailing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The car detailing market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services including minor repairs and paint restoration such as polishing and waxing. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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