France trade turnover index: motor vehicle repair
France trade turnover index: motor vehicle repair stood at 130.24 in Jul 2026, according to INSEE – Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques (BDM). It is one of the indicators in the Retail trade and household consumption table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 1999 to Jul 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Retail trade and household consumption table
| Indicator | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | 10-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trade turnover | |||||||||||
| Maintenance and repair services of motor vehicles (NAF rev. 2, lev. Class, item 45.20) | 130.24 | 129.87 | 129.64 | 132.75 | 131.1 | 129.77 | 129.13 | 129.77 | 128.99 | 129.27 | |
| Retail trade not in stores (NAF rev. 2, lev. Group, items 478 and 479) | 117.96 | 118.02 | 118.72 | 117.21 | 116.5 | 116.37 | 115.97 | 115.18 | 115.39 | 114.65 |
Understanding france trade turnover index: motor vehicle repair
Commercial receipts generated specifically by garages and workshops providing mechanical maintenance, routine servicing, and collision repair for motor vehicles are tracked by this index. The measure records service revenues earned by specialized automotive repair shops. Excluded from this scope are vehicle sales showrooms, wholesale parts distributors, and fuel stations. The series captures the total financial value of labor and replacement parts billed during automotive servicing.
Reading this series requires noting that repair services exhibit different cyclical characteristics than vehicle sales, often remaining resilient during economic slowdowns as owners maintain older cars. Early estimates are subject to revision as independent repair shops submit late financial returns. When comparing maintenance turnover with motor vehicle trade indices, analysts should account for seasonal weather damage patterns that trigger sudden repair spikes. Annual growth rates provide a stable benchmark for monitoring underlying demand for vehicle upkeep.
Frequently asked questions
- What activities are included in motor vehicle repair services?
- Mechanical repairs, routine vehicle servicing, electrical troubleshooting, and bodywork collision repair.
- Are car dealerships selling new vehicles included here?
- No, vehicle sales showrooms are tracked under a separate automotive trade category.
- Why might repair turnover rise during economic downturns?
- Vehicle owners frequently choose to repair existing cars rather than purchase new ones.