U.S. Motor Vehicle Auto Care Industry in this section Introduction to Channel Forecast Model A business narrative including the history, information sources, management resources and benefits derived from the model. Forecast Assumptions A comparison of last year's forecast assumptions versus actual results and a business narrative for the forecast horizon. U.S. Motor Vehicle Auto Care Industry An overview of the U.S. motor vehicle auto care industry, including the automotive (i.e., light vehicle) and the heavy duty industry. Auto Care Industry Sales History and Forecast A summary of the U.S. auto care industry with historical data and forecast. Auto Care Sales by Distribution Channel Overall sales of auto care parts and services for the primary consumer-level channels of distribution. Auto Care Segmentation Data on the size of the automotive segment of the industry, including DIY, DIFM and tire markets. Auto Care Service and Retail Channels Outlet counts for the service and retail channels of distribution. Auto Care Service and Retail Outlet Analysis A comparison of average sales for selected service and retail outlets. Program and Retail Distribution Summary An overview of the major groups, presidents, year established and the number of WD members, jobbers and member service centers. The 2018 Digital Factbook is Copyright © 1990 Auto Care Association and/or its licensor. All other rights reserved. Use of the 2018 Digital Factbook is subject to compliance with the Legal Terms and Conditions found on page 119 of this report. 9