Introduction

This report provides data on the market opportunities for light vehicle shock absorber aftermarket in Saudi Arabia, providing insight into how this market has developed in recent years and how it is forecast to evolve in the next 5 years. The report quantifies the size and segmentation of the light vehicle shock absorber aftermarket (cars and light commercial vehicles to 3.5 tonnes).

Scope of this research

• Market volume in units and market value (at retail prices including sales taxes)
• Replacement rates (volumes as a share of the car parc)
• Segmentation of the market value between parts and labour (i.e. fitting costs)
• Market volume and value by distribution channel (vehicle manufacturer's networks, garages, fast fit & tyre specialists etc)

Research and analysis highlights

The Saudi Arabian shock absorbers market increased at a CAGR of 1.3% over the 2005-09 period. The market is expected to grow at a rate of 2.4% over the 2009-15 period.

Garages had the largest contribution to the Saudi Arabian shock absorbers market, with a share of 63.4% in 2009. This was followed by vehicle manufacturer networks with 25.5% share.

Key reasons to purchase this research

• Discover quantitative trends affecting Saudi Arabia shock absorber aftermarket
• Determine changes in market size, shifts in replacement rates and the evolution of retail distribution
• Understand the future direction of the market with reliable historical data and full five year forecasting