2019 Chrysler Pacifica Loss in Value Case Study (PDF) The 2019 Chrysler Pacifica is a modern minivan that excels in providing ample space and impressive features. With seating for up to seven passengers (expandable to eight with an optional second-row bench), it offers room for families and their belongings. The
The Commercial Trucking Market Cooled Down in Q1 2023: An Analysis (PDF) The commercial truck market experienced a tumultuous ride in 2022, with soaring prices and high activity levels. As the year progressed, a semblance of normalcy emerged, but concerns about economic challenges persisted. However, in the first quarter of
Auto Incentives and Rebates Week Ending May 13, 2023 (PDF) Are you in the market for a new car? It can be overwhelming trying to navigate all the different models and incentives available. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the latest auto incentives and rebates to help you make
Rise and Fall: Q1 F&I Profit Highlights and Challenges (PDF) The first quarter of 2023 has brought mixed results for publicly traded dealership groups in the United States. While some groups experienced a slight increase in average finance and insurance (F&I) gross profit per vehicle, others faced a decline. This
Car Sales in the US: Is the Tide Turning for Sedans? (PDF) Has the share of cars sold in the US compared to light trucks finally bottomed out? The latest data from Q1 2023 shows that sedans and other types of cars made up 21.4% of the 3.6 million new
Auto Market Update Week Ending Apr 29, 2023 (PDF) Market gains continued last week, but at a slower rate than they have been for the past few weeks. Seven of the twenty-two segments we track reported declines last week, the highest number since mid-February for segments reporting declines. The market
Auto Incentives and Rebates Week Ending May 6, 2023 (PDF) Welcome to our weekly update on the latest auto incentives and rebates. This edition covers the retail incentives available until May 9th, with major automakers such as Ford and Toyota Motor North America offering exciting new deals. Keep in mind
Pickup Trucks Dominate Dealer Lots as Inventory Grows (PDF) Good news for those in the market for a full-size pickup truck: inventory shortages are easing, and wait times are decreasing. This shift in availability comes just in time for the spring selling season, which means dealerships may be better equipped
How Subaru Became a Leader in Subcompact SUVs (PDF) Subaru has hit a major milestone with its Crosstrek subcompact crossover, as the automaker announces that the model has now sold over 1 million units. The Crosstrek was first introduced in 2012 and has since become Subaru’s fastest-growing nameplate ever. Even
Auto Market Update Week Ending Apr 22, 2023(PDF) Sporty Cars still reported some of the largest gains last week, while the market continued to report increases. In 2019, the segment had only recorded nine consecutive weeks of gains during the traditional spring market, but this season, the segment has recorded
The Updated List of EV Models Eligible for Tax Credits in the US (PDF) The US Treasury Department has removed nine electric vehicle models from the list of cars eligible for a $7,500 tax credit under the Inflation Reduction Act. New revised standards for qualification require that vehicles be assembled
Tesla Sales Growth Slows Despite Price Cuts (PDF) According to new vehicle registration data, Tesla’s growth rate has slowed down in January and February 2023. Tesla’s share of the electric vehicle (EV) market dropped sharply in 2022 despite the automaker’s price cuts and the US government’s new round of federal
Auto Market Update Week Ending Apr 15, 2023 (PDF) Although values continued to rise last week, the rate of gain has slowed. Additionally, auction conversion rates are weakening as sellers have held firm on their floors. With fewer bidders tuning into many lanes, auctioneers are having to work a little
Auto Incentives and Rebates Week Ending Apr 22, 2023 (PDF) We’re back with our weekly compilation of the latest auto incentives and rebates that you can avail of in the market. This particular edition highlights the retail incentives available until April 22nd. Whether you’re eyeing a new car, truck, or
Electrifying Growth: 75% Of Cars Could Be EVs by 2050 (PDF) According to a recent report from Energy Innovation, if certain states in the US follow California’s ban on gasoline vehicle sales by 2035, as many as 3 in 4 vehicles on American roads could be electric by 2050. The
South Florida Flood Leaves Cars Under Water (PDF) South Florida has been hit by heavy rainfall in recent days, causing flooding in many low-lying areas and neighborhoods. Temporary pumps were deployed in various locations, but some areas still experienced minor flooding, such as Edgewater. The situation has resulted in cars
Auto Incentives and Rebates Week Ending Apr 15, 2023 (PDF) Welcome to our weekly roundup of the latest auto incentives and rebates available in the market. This edition highlights the retail incentives for the week ending April 15th. Whether you’re in the market for a new car, truck, or SUV,
Auto Market Update Week Ending Apr 1, 2023 (PDF) In another week of larger-than-typical gains, the market increased by +0.51%. The market continues to decline in full-size and compact vans, but the rate of decline is decreasing each week. Nineteen of the twenty-two segments we report on each week had
Open Lending Expands Eligibility to Older Cars (PDF) As the average age of cars on American roads increases, more and more people are lowering their credit scores by seeking out financing for older vehicles. Data from S&P Global indicates that in 2022, these consumers financed cars for an average of
Auto Market Update Week Ending Mar 25, 2023 (PDF) The market has been better than expected this time of year, with the weekly rate of return similar to what was seen in 2021. However, conversion rates have not returned to their previous levels as sellers are raising their floors and
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