"Collision Repair Business Hits a Bump: Dealership Revenue Takes a 3% Hit in 2025 The automotive collision repair industry is facing a perfect storm of challenges, leading to a 3% decline in dealership revenue in 2025. As consolidators continue to muscle in on the market, traditional dealerships are struggling to stay afloat amidst increasing competition. Thin profit margins and the rising costs of complex repairs are already taking a toll, but a new pressure point has emerged: intensifying insurance pressures. As a result, dealerships are being forced to reevaluate their business models and consider new strategies to stay ahead in a rapidly changing landscape."
Dealership collision revenue declined 3 percent in 2025 as competition from consolidators intensified. Complex repairs, thin margins and insurance pressures are forcing retailers to reconsider the ...
