The data depicts the number of light vehicle dealerships in the U.S. from 2005 through 2017. In 2010, there were some 18,600 light vehicle dealerships in the U.S. According to the source, a dealership is the building in which at least one vehicle brand is sold. It might include several franchises, selling a manufacturer's various brands.
2005 | 22200 |
2006 | 22089 |
2007 | 21761 |
2008 | 21461 |
2009 | 20453 |
2010 | 18607 |
2011 | 17653 |
2012 | 17858 |
2013 | 17760 |
2014 | 17875 |
2015 | 18000 |
2016 | 18058 |
2017 | 18251 |