Number of Pages: 34
The report “Insights in Local Advertising – Automotive Vertical” examines local media spending trends and consumer media usage habits in the automotive industry, as well as details on the top 3 spending sub-verticals.
Report analysis includes:
- Automotive Tiers 1, 2, & 3 Ad Spend Mix 2026
- Automotive Tier’s Top Spending Verticals in 2026
- Growth and declines in traditional and digital media ad spend.
- Detailed analysis for the top 3 Automotive sub-verticals (i.e., Tier 1- Automotive Manufacturers, Tier 2 – Local Automobile Dealers Associations, and Tier 3 – New Car Dealers.
- Actionable local sales strategies on how local sellers can become better marketing partners with current and prospective clients.
Who should read this report?
- Local Media Sales Professionals
- Media Leaders seeking a strategic approach to Automakers and marketers
- Marketers and Sales Leaders in Media and Automotive Companies
- Marketing Platform Developers
- Analysts, Investors
NOTE: BIA ADVantage subscribers can login to access the report and run custom auto reports for local markets.




