Automotive

Site selection for automotive retail

Find optimal locations for dealerships and service centers with traffic counts, vehicle ownership data, and competitive territory analysis.

17M
new vehicles sold annually
40M
used vehicles sold annually
10x
faster analysis with Slant
$1.2T
US auto industry

Automotive Site Challenges

Location drives customer acquisition

  • Highway visibility is critical for awareness
  • Territory overlap reduces market share
  • Demographic match affects brand fit
  • Large site requirements limit options
  • OEM territory restrictions apply

How Slant Helps

Data-driven automotive site selection

  • Analyze traffic counts and visibility
  • Map competitive dealer territories
  • Match demographics to brand positioning
  • Identify high vehicle ownership areas
  • Professional reports for OEM approval

Automotive-specific analytics

Every metric that matters for automotive retail success.

Vehicle Ownership

Vehicle ownership rates, types, and age of vehicles in the trade area. Target areas with high vehicle density.

Traffic Counts

Highway and arterial traffic counts. Critical for visibility and drive-by exposure for dealerships.

Income Analysis

Household income and spending patterns. Match your brand positioning to local demographics.

Dealer Mapping

Map all dealerships and service centers by brand. Understand competitive positioning and territory.

Auto Spending

Esri data on vehicle purchases, maintenance, and related spending in your trade area.

Commercial Density

Fleet and commercial vehicle opportunities. Identify areas with high business concentration.

Every automotive facility type

New Car Dealers

Franchise dealerships requiring high visibility and traffic.

Used Car Dealers

Independent lots targeting value-focused buyers.

Service Centers

Repair shops, quick lube, and tire centers.

Collision Centers

Body shops serving insurance and direct customers.

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