Google: Research and Purchasing of Auto Aftersales Products

Posted by IAB Australia On July 12, 2011 Research & Resources

Car owners in France use the internet to find aftermarket parts, services and accessories. To better understand the online habits of these consumers, we examined the role of search — both stationary and mobile — and the importance of consumer reviews. Although the majority of purchases were eventually made offline, internet research played a key role in the process.

Key findings

  • The internet is a key auto aftermarket info source, which is used across the entire purchasing process, i.e. from initial research to purchase …
  • … and online is projected to become more important in the future
  • Widespread use of search engines within the automotive aftermarket
  • Search engines also key amongst the population that uses mobiles to search for automotive aftermarket items – use of mobiles projected to grow going forward

 

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IAB Australia is the peak trade association for online advertising in Australia. As one of over 43 IAB offices globally and with a rapidly growing membership, the role of the IAB is to support sustainable and diverse investment in digital advertising across all platforms in Australia.

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