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Auto Market Update Week Ending May 13, 2023

Auto Market Update Week Ending May 13, 2023 (PDF) Auto Market declines continued this week, down -0.15%, not far from what we’d typically see at this time of year for seasonal declines. The pre-COVID market averaged a decline of -0.20%. Last week, only two of the nine Car segments increased.

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Auto Incentives and Rebates Week Ending May 20, 2023

Auto Incentives and Rebates Week Ending May 20, 2023 (PDF) Welcome back to our exclusive weekly roundup of the hottest auto incentives and rebates available this week! Whether you’re on the hunt for a sleek new car, a rugged truck, or a versatile SUV, we’ve got the inside scoop on

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Toyota Achieves Record Profits, Sales, and Production

Toyota’s Growth Trajectory: Achieving Record Production, Sales, and Profit (PDF) Toyota’s CEO, Koji Sato, unveiled the company’s quarterly financial results, highlighting Toyota’s financial resilience as it strives to catch up in the electric vehicle (EV) market and navigate the influx of aggressive competitors from Silicon Valley and China.   FY

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2019 Chrysler Pacifica Loss in Value Case Study

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

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The Commercial Trucking Market Cooled Down in Q1 2023

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

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Auto Market Update Week Ending May 6, 2023

Auto Market Update Week Ending May 6, 2023 (PDF) For the first time since early February, the auto market declined last week. Two weeks ago, the 8-16-year-old units began to soften. Last week, they dropped by -0.15%. Last week, the 2-to-8-year-old vehicles declined by -0.10%, while the 0-2-year-old vehicles remained

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Auto Incentives and Rebates Week Ending May 13, 2023

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

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Rise and Fall: Q1 F&I Profit Highlights and Challenges

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

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2019 Chevrolet Tahoe Loss in Value Case Study

2019 Chevrolet Tahoe Loss in Value Case Study (PDF) The 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe is a popular and versatile large SUV that combines the utility of a pickup truck with comfortable seating and towing capability. It offers two powerful V8 engine options, excellent infotainment integration, and a serene cabin. While its

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Car Sales in the US: Is the Tide Turning for Sedans?

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

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Auto Market Update Week Ending Apr 29, 2023

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

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Auto Incentives and Rebates Week Ending May 6, 2023

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

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Pickup Trucks Dominate Dealer Lots as Inventory Grows

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

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2022 Ford Bronco Loss in Value Case Study

2022 Ford Bronco Loss in Value Case Study (PDF) The Ford Bronco is an iconic SUV that made its debut in 1966 and gained a reputation as a rugged, go-anywhere vehicle. After a 25-year hiatus, the Bronco returned to the market in 2020, and it has quickly become one of

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How Subaru Became a Leader in Subcompact SUVs

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

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Auto Market Update Week Ending Apr 22, 2023

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

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Auto Incentives and Rebates Week Ending Apr 29, 2023

Auto Incentives and Rebates Week Ending Apr 29, 2023 (PDF) Welcome back to our weekly round-up of the latest auto incentives and rebates that are currently available in the market. This edition focuses on the retail incentives that will be valid until April 29th. No matter whether you’re interested in

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The Updated List of EV Models Eligible for Tax Credits in the US

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

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2021 Honda Pilot Loss in Value Case Study

2021 Honda Pilot Loss in Value Case Study (PDF) The Honda Pilot is a midsize three-row SUV that offers ample space, comfort, and performance. It can seat up to eight passengers, including adults in its roomy third-row seat, and offers plenty of cargo space. The 2021 model year features a

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Tesla Sales Growth Slows Despite Price Cuts

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

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