New Study Alert – Labor Rates for BEV and ICE Vehicles in France

New Study Alert – Labor Rates for BEV and ICE Vehicles in France Categories: 2025, News Timelines: Argentina, Brazil, Central America, Chile, China, Colombia, France, Germany, India, Italy, Mexico, Morocco, Peru, Poland, Portugal, South Africa, Spain, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, Vietnam

Announcement Date : 18 June 2025

As electric mobility continues to gain traction across France, the impact on aftersales and workshop operations is becoming increasingly tangible. Understanding how labor rates evolve between battery electric vehicles (BEV) and internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles is crucial for manufacturers, repair networks, and parts distributors alike. This latest GiPA France study provides essential insight into how pricing structures are adapting in workshops in response to the growing presence of electrified vehicles.

We are pleased to present the latest study conducted by GiPA France, focused on analyzing labor rates applied in workshops for 100% electric (BEV) and internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles.

This study is now available for purchase.

As of January 1, 2025, 1.8 million BEVs and PHEVs were in circulation in France. Manufacturer networks’ workshops are particularly exposed to these new powertrains (BEV + PHEV), which already account for a quarter of the 0–2-year-old passenger car segment.

This study offers valuable insights into:

  • The percentage of dealerships applying differentiated hourly rates between ICE and BEV

  • The hourly labor rates applied for:

    • Basic mechanical work (T1) for ICE and BEV

    • Basic bodywork (T1) for ICE and BEV

  • Brand-by-brand comparisons of observed differences

 

Methodology

A total of 1,416 labor rate observations were conducted:

  • 724 for basic mechanical work (T1)

  • 692 for basic bodywork (T1)

13 dealership groups were analyzed:

  • Premium brands (ICE & BEV): BMW, Mercedes, Volvo, Tesla

  • Mainstream brands (ICE & BEV): Ford, Hyundai, Kia, Nissan, Peugeot, Renault, VW

  • Mainstream brands (BEV only): BYD, MG

Additional brands may be included upon request with an adjusted budget.

Deliverables

The results are delivered in a dynamic Excel file allowing for quick and user-friendly visualization.

Would you like to access the full results or discuss how they may apply to your network?
Contact us today for a personalized presentation.

Contact GiPA France for more information


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75008 Paris, France
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