"Collision Shops Feel the Pinch as Consolidators Gain Ground: A 3% Decline in Revenue in 2025 Signals a Shift in the Auto Repair Industry. As competition from consolidators continues to intensify, collision shops are facing a perfect storm of challenges, including complex repairs, razor-thin profit margins, and mounting pressure from insurers. With dealerships struggling to stay afloat, industry experts warn of a seismic shift in the way auto repairs are handled, with consolidators poised to dominate the market. Can collision shops adapt to these changing tides, or will they be left in the dust?"
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 ...
