The Limousine Industry
A quick overview of the Limousine Industry.
According to the Taxicab, Limousine & Paratransit Association (TPLA);
In the United States, there are approximately 12,400 limousine companies operating 126,000 vehicles. About 11% of these operations have fleets with more than 20 vehicles. Limousine companies provide work for 275,000 people and transport 400 million passengers annually for a variety of purposes that include airport transfers, business and corporate travel, weddings, and social outings.
The term 'Limousine' is actually somewhat of a misnomer because it encompasses a diversified vehicle fleet. Of the 126,000 vehicles in operation in this category:
| Sedans |
|
46,000 |
| Stretch limousines less than 85" |
|
10,000 |
| Stretch limousines 85" to 130" |
|
24,000 |
| Stretch limousines more than 130" |
|
4,000 |
| Stretch SUV's |
|
7,000 |
| Non-Stretch SUV's |
|
8,000 |
| Vans/shuttle buses |
|
16,000 |
| Motorcoaches |
|
4,000 |
| Limo Buses |
|
4,000 |
| Other |
|
3,000 |
The yearly LCT Fact Book is the industry's most accurate source of information about the limousine industry. In addition to a complete business report, the publication includes more than 500 supplier listings and other reference data. In addition, the 2005-2006 Fact Book -- the 20th anniversary issue -- contains an editorial index of the past year's articles. Published annually, this is a must-have for every informed manager in the industry. To purchase the 2005-2006 Fact Book go to LCT Magazine
It is highly recommended you join a local limousine association. You will be on top of local regulations, learn better ways of doing things, get discounts, and get over-flow work from your new friends. The National Limousine Association (NLA) offers a directory of local/regional associations.
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