Here’s an estimated breakdown of the GDP contribution for each major industry involved in the life cycle of a gasoline/diesel light-duty vehicle, based on U.S. data:
1. Raw Material Extraction
- Mining & Drilling (Metals, Oil & Gas):
- GDP: ~$300 billion (metals and oil/gas extraction combined)
2. Raw Material Processing
- Metals Processing (Steel, Aluminum):
- GDP: ~$50 billion
- Petrochemical Processing (Plastics, Rubber, Fuel Refining):
- GDP: ~$200 billion
3. Parts Manufacturing
- Metal Parts Manufacturing:
- GDP: ~$120 billion
- Plastics & Rubber Parts Manufacturing:
- GDP: ~$70 billion
- Electronics & Battery Manufacturing:
- GDP: ~$50 billion
4. Vehicle Assembly
- Final Vehicle Assembly:
- GDP: ~$200 billion
5. Sales & Distribution
- Dealerships & Logistics:
- GDP: ~$400 billion (including sales and transport)
6. Fueling & Maintenance
- Fueling Stations (Gas/Diesel Sales):
- GDP: ~$500 billion
- Maintenance & Repairs:
- GDP: ~$150 billion
7. End of Life (Vehicle Recycling)
- Vehicle Recycling:
- GDP: ~$25 billion
8. Administrative & Management
- Cross-industry services (finance, HR, etc.):
- GDP: ~$100 billion
Total Estimated GDP Contribution (U.S.-Based): ~$2 trillion
This estimate includes contributions from raw materials, parts manufacturing, vehicle assembly, sales, fueling, and ancillary services, reflecting the major economic impact of the automotive and related industries.