Global Automotive Aftermarket Appearance Chemicals Strategic Business Report 2017-2022 - Research and Markets

DUBLIN, Mar. 23, 2017 /PRNewswire/ --

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Automotive Aftermarket Appearance Chemicals - Global Strategic Business Report" report to their offering.

This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Automotive Aftermarket Appearance Chemicals in US$ Thousand by the following Segments: Waxes/Polishes, Protectants, Wheel and Tire Cleaners, and Windshield Washer Fluids.

The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Latin America. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2015 through 2022. Also, a six-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research.

The report profiles 59 companies including many key and niche players such as

• 3M Company (US)
• 3M Automotive Aftermarket Division (US)
• Bondo Corporation (US)
• Meguiar's, Inc. (US)
• Armored AutoGroup Inc. (US)
• Blue Ribbon Products, Inc. (US)
• Illinois Tool Works, Inc. (US)
• Auto Wax Company (US)
• Permatex, Inc. (US)
• Niteo Products, LLC (US)
• Northern Labs, Inc. (US)
• Protect All, Inc. (US)
• Turtle Wax, Inc. (US)

Key Topics Covered:

1. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW
Automotive Appearance Chemicals Market
A Prelude
New Vehicles have Higher Per Capita Usage
Economic Factors Play an Important Role in the Market
Impact of 2007-2009 Economic Recession in Retrospect
Market Springs Back to Normalcy in 2010
Global Market Once Again Tested in 2012 & 2013
European Auto Industry Reels Under Pressure of Euro Debt Crisis
Table 1: Breakdown of Gross Government Debt as Percentage of GDP for the Year 2015 by Country (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Improvement in Global GDP Performance Encourages Optimistic Forecasts
Japan, Russia, and Brazil Turn to be the Laggards in Economic Growth
Market Outlook
Global Market Analysis

2. NOTEWORTHY GROWTH DRIVERS, TRENDS & ISSUES
Large Global Base of Vehicle Fleet & Projected Rise in New Auto Sales Offers Potential for Growth
Demand for Aftermarket Automotive Appearance Chemicals Grows Rapidly as Vehicle Owners Retain their Vehicles Longer
Technology Improvements Increase Vehicle Life
Increased Life Brings Maintenance into Focus
Need for Product Differentiation Drives Innovations in Specialty Automotive Coating Chemicals
Growing Awareness on Importance of Vehicle Maintenance
A Major Growth Factor
Making Most of Opportunities in the DIY Segment
Growing Demand for DIFM Services Turn Service Providers' into Target Customers for Aftermarket Appearance Chemicals
Pre-Owned Cars & Auto Leasing Drives Growth
Luxury Car Owners
A Premier Market Segment
China and India Zooming Ahead in Luxury Car Sales
Car Grooming Centers Play a Vital Role in the Market
Growing Investments on Vintage & Classic Cars Augurs Well for the Market
Environmental Friendly Products Top Priority Charts of Manufacturers
Solvent Based Coatings Make Way for Water Based Formulations
Volatile Silicones Emerge as an Alternative to Hydrocarbon Based Solvents
Easy-to-Use Products Gain Popularity
Introduction of Silicone Waxes in Automotive Polishes Gains Prominence
Plasti Dipping Trend Gains Traction for Protecting Vehicular Appearance
Advancing Material Technology
Boon or Bane?
Internet Retailing
A Major Growth Avenue
Soaring Costs of Raw Materials for Automotive Refinish Coatings
A Key Challenge

3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Automotive Appearance Chemicals
An Introduction
Waxes/Polishes
Protectants
Wheel and Tire Cleaners
Windshield Washer Fluids

4. RECENT INDUSTRY ACTIVITY
Niteo Acquires Trans-Mate
Pilot Acquires Voodoo Ride
Gold Eagle Announces Foray into Automotive Appearance Chemicals
Highland Partners Acquires Car Care Business of Valvoline
Spectrum Brands Acquires Armored AutoGroup
Barrett-Jackson Introduces Premium Auto Care Products Line
Turtle Wax Launches Turtle Wax® ICE® Premium Car Care
ICM Products Closes Acquisition of Amber Chemical Company
Imperial Wax Unveils New Car Care Products
Turtle Wax® Launches Reflectie Wax
Rougaroo Introduces Eco-Friendly Line of Automotive Care Products
LOWRIDER Detailing Introduces New line of Car Care Products
Carkhana Introduces New Car Care Products Range

5. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
3M Company (US)
3M Automotive Aftermarket Division (US)
Bondo Corporation (US)
Meguiar's, Inc. (US)
Armored AutoGroup Inc. (US)
Blue Ribbon Products, Inc. (US)
Illinois Tool Works, Inc. (US)
Auto Wax Company (US)
Permatex, Inc. (US)
Niteo Products, LLC (US)
Northern Labs, Inc. (US)
Protect All, Inc. (US)
Turtle Wax, Inc. (US)

6. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE

Total Companies Profiled: 59 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries 68)

- The United States (37)
- Canada (4)
- Japan (1)
- Europe (21)
- The United Kingdom (11)
- Italy (2)
- Spain (3)
- Rest of Europe (5)
- Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (5)

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