Example of a Business Plan for an Automotive Business

A business plan is an essential tool if you are starting an automotive business. Your business plan will outline your plans and expectations for your business for your benefit and the benefit of investors. Looking at a condensed example of an automotive business plan can help you to create your own.

Executive Summary

Acme Autos Limited plans to operate a car repair business in the city of Johnsonville. Acme Autos specializes in environmentally friendly repairs, which studies indicate are in high demand in the area. Acme Autos Limited will be funded by private investments, and based on projected cash flows it is expected to be a profitable business within three years.

Management and Marketing

Acme Autos Limited will be managed by John Q. Public, the controlling shareholder of the company. Mr. Public is experienced in the automotive industry, having acted as the manager of a mid-sized auto repair company for 20 years.

Acme Autos will market itself through the use of traditional print advertising as well as local radio and television spots.

Financial

Acme Autos has projected sales of $150,000 in its first year of operation, with an expected growth of 30 percent per year. Acme Autos expects to attract 80 to 90 customers in its first year of operation and expects those numbers to grow by 20 percent per year.

References

• Georgia Southern University: MBA Questions