Automotive Garage Equipment Global Market Report 2026

Automotive garage equipment encompasses a range of tools and machinery essential for garage operations, comprising two and four-post lifts, hydraulic scissor lifts, wheel balancers, tire changer machines, car washers, as well as devices such as smoke meters and injector cleaners. Basic equipment forms the foundation necessary to initiate vehicle maintenance tasks, while specialized sets within the common equipment aid in conducting more intricate and sophisticated repairs on automobiles.

The automotive garage equipment market is primarily categorized into distinct segments including lifting equipment, body shop equipment, wheel and tire service equipment, vehicle diagnostic and testing equipment, washing equipment, and other specialized tools. Lifting equipment specifically serves the purpose of elevating and lowering loads, incorporating various attachments to support, stabilize, or secure the equipment during operation. These equipment types are typically classified by their installation as either mobile or fixed setups. Automotive garage equipment finds application across a spectrum of vehicle categories, spanning passenger cars and commercial vehicles. Its major usage areas include automotive Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) dealerships, franchise stores, and independent garage facilities.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are impacting the automotive garage equipment market by increasing costs of imported hydraulic systems, electronic diagnostic tools, sensors, and precision mechanical components. Independent garages and dealership service centers in North America and Europe are most affected due to reliance on imported equipment, while Asia-Pacific faces cost pressures on equipment exports. These tariffs are raising setup and upgrade costs for workshops. However, they are also encouraging local manufacturing, regional equipment sourcing, and development of cost-optimized and modular garage solutions.

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The automotive garage equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $9.27 billion in 2025 to $10 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of vehicle parc size, expansion of independent service workshops, rising complexity of vehicle systems, adoption of hydraulic lifting equipment, increasing demand for diagnostic accuracy.

The automotive garage equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $13.58 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing investments in ev service infrastructure, rising adoption of smart and connected garage equipment, expansion of franchise service networks, growing demand for fast turnaround servicing, increasing focus on technician productivity. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of advanced diagnostic equipment, rising demand for automated vehicle servicing solutions, growing integration of connected garage tools, expansion of ev-compatible garage equipment, enhanced focus on workshop efficiency.

The advent of autonomous vehicles is significantly contributing to the growth of the automotive garage equipment market. Autonomous vehicles are capable of operating without human intervention, with varying levels of automation depending on the technology employed. The rise of autonomous vehicles is expected to drive future mobility solutions in the automotive sector through advancements in systems, software, and services. Automotive garage equipment is evolving to meet changing environmental regulations and consumer demands for safety and efficiency. For instance, in June 2025, according to the Department for Transport, a UK-based government department, pilots for self-driving taxi and bus services have been accelerated to spring 2026, expected to attract investment, position the UK as a global leader in automated vehicle legislation, and support an industry projected to create 38,000 jobs and contribute £42 billion to the economy by 2035. Therefore, the advent of autonomous vehicles is driving the growth of the automotive garage equipment market.

Top companies in the automotive garage equipment market are also focusing on next-generation solutions like mobile column lift adapter kits. These kits are used in automotive garages to facilitate forklift and pallet mover servicing. Designed for ease of use, they help reduce downtime and boost productivity. For instance, in May 2024, MAHLE GmbH, a Germany-based company specializing in components and systems for combustion engines, filtration, electrics, mechatronics, and thermal management, introduced the E-HEALTH Charge battery diagnostic system. This system combines the E-CHARGE 20 battery charger and the E-HEALTH app to deliver comprehensive diagnostics for high-voltage batteries in electric vehicles. Providing reliable diagnostics in just 15 minutes, it's the fastest static battery diagnostic technology on the market, operating independently of vehicle make and model. This automated process enables workshops to efficiently evaluate battery status without requiring prior knowledge from technicians.

In June 2024, GEMCO Manufacturing Co. Inc., a U.S.-based company providing a range of services in the automotive garage equipment sector, acquired TECALEMIT Inc. for an undisclosed amount. By integrating TECALEMIT's well-established reputation and extensive product line, which includes garage equipment and diagnostic tools, GEMCO aims to enhance its position as a trusted solutions provider in the automotive maintenance and repair industry. TECALEMIT Inc., a U.S.-based company, offers a range of automotive specialty garage equipment, including flow meters, transfer pumps, automated inventory management systems, and high-flow transfer packages.

Major companies operating in the automotive garage equipment market are Robert Bosch GmbH, Continental AG, Boston Garage Equipment Ltd, Snap-On Incorporated, The Lincoln Electric Company, Forward Lift Company, Falcon Machine Tools Co. Ltd., Vehicle Service Group, CORGHI, Oil Lube Systems Pvt Ltd, Con Air Equipment Private Limited, Manatec Electronics Private Limited, Gray Manufacturing Company Inc., Autec Inc., Standard Tools and Equipment, Ravaglioli S.p.A., Sarveshwari Engineers, VisiCon Automatisierungstechnik GmbH, Maha Maschinenbau Haldenwang GmbH & Co. KG, Istobal S.A., Symach, PULI Industries, Aro Equipments Pvt. Ltd., Automotive Equipment International (Pty) Ltd., SAMVIT GARAGE EQUIPMENTS, Arex Test Systems B.V., Nussbaum Automotive Solutions

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the automotive garage equipment market in 2025. The regions covered in the automotive garage equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the automotive garage equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The automotive garage equipment market consists of sales of car dent pullers, two-wheeler garage equipment, service station equipment, brake lathe, oil changer, rim straightening machine, frame machines, and auto repair equipment. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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.

Automotive Garage Equipment Market Global Report 2026 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses automotive garage equipment market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
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Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Installation Type: Mobile; Fixed
• 2) By Vehicle Type: Passenger Cars; Commercial Vehicles
• 3) By Type: Lifting Equipment; Body Shop Equipment; Wheel And Tire Service Equipment; Vehicle Diagnostic And Testing Equipment; Washing Equipment; Other Types
• 4) By Application: Automotive OEM Dealerships; Franchise Stores; Independent Garages
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Mobile: Portable Car Lifts; Mobile Tire Changing Machines; Handheld Diagnostic Tools; Portable Wheel Balancers; Mobile Air Compressors
• 2) By Fixed: In-Ground Lifts; Above-Ground Lifts; Alignment Racks; Fixed Tire Changers; Dedicated Workstations
• Companies Mentioned: Robert Bosch GmbH; Continental AG; Boston Garage Equipment Ltd; Snap-On Incorporated; The Lincoln Electric Company; Forward Lift Company; Falcon Machine Tools Co. Ltd.; Vehicle Service Group; CORGHI; Oil Lube Systems Pvt Ltd; Con Air Equipment Private Limited; Manatec Electronics Private Limited; Gray Manufacturing Company Inc.; Autec Inc.; Standard Tools and Equipment; Ravaglioli S.p.A.; Sarveshwari Engineers; VisiCon Automatisierungstechnik GmbH; Maha Maschinenbau Haldenwang GmbH & Co. KG; Istobal S.A.; Symach; PULI Industries; Aro Equipments Pvt. Ltd.; Automotive Equipment International (Pty) Ltd.; SAMVIT GARAGE EQUIPMENTS; Arex Test Systems B.V.; Nussbaum Automotive Solutions
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
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