New Zealand's automotive sector continues to strengthen, with the MITO Infometrics Automotive Report recording NZ$7,999 million in GDP contribution in 2025 - equivalent to 1.9% of total national output - and employment across the industry's 15,020 businesses forecast to grow at 1.3% per year through to 2031. Underpinning this expansion is consistent demand for routine vehicle maintenance, as both private motorists and commercial operators look to reduce long-term running costs through preventative upkeep rather than reactive repairs.