Dealer Network Study: number of dealerships owners continues to decline, northwest italy accounts for one-third of the country’s dealers, Campania ranks lowest for dealers per capita, emerging brands energize the network

According to Quintegia’s 2026 Dealer Network Study, the Italian automotive retail sector continues to consolidate, with fewer entrepreneurs operating in the market while territorial coverage remains stable and emerging brands expand their presence across dealerships. Italy’s automotive distribution network currently includes 3,794 franchise dealerships, nearly one-third of which (31%) are located in the country’s Northwest…