In 2023, the total number of employees in the motor vehicles and motorcycles wholesale, retail trade, and repair sector in Italy was at 2.39 million. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 indicates a steady growth in employment within this sector, rising from 2.42 million in 2024 to 2.51 million in 2028. This represents a year-on-year increase of approximately 1.24% from 2024 to 2025, 0.82% from 2025 to 2026, and continuing a similar growth pattern each year. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period is roughly 1%.

Future trends to watch include:

Shifts in consumer preferences towards electric vehicles which may impact dealership workforce needs.
Technological advancements like autonomous vehicles influencing the types of skills required within the repair segment.
Possible governmental regulations promoting sustainability affecting both size and skill set of workforce.