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The 2025 Car Value & Depreciation Overview

https://diminishedvalueofgeorgia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025-Car-Value-Depreciation-Overview.pdf Report Summary The auto market is shifting away from the unusual trends of the past few years. While vehicle values are still strong, normal depreciation is returning. This report breaks down what happened, what to expect in 2025, and how you can protect your car’s value. We’ll look at

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Auto Market Update Week Ending 23 May 2025

The auto market showed a shift this week after ten consecutive weeks of rising wholesale prices. In this update, you’ll find a clear summary of key trends across car and truck segments, price changes, inventory movements, and what these mean for the industry. By the end of this article, you’ll

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Auto Market Update 2025: BYD Tops Electric Vehicles Sales

Auto Market Update – May 9, 2025 As we navigate through May, the automotive market continues to reflect the complexities of global shifts and evolving consumer behaviors. This week’s insights delve into price trends across vehicle segments, the dynamics of the used retail market, auction conversion rates, and pivotal industry

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Three New VW EVs Debut in China, Not for U.S

Volkswagen just revealed three futuristic EVs at Auto Shanghai 2025—the ID. ERA, ID. EVO, and ID. AURA. They look ready for production, packed with cutting-edge tech, and built on new design partnerships with Chinese automakers. But there’s a catch: none of these models are coming to the U.S. In this

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Used Car Prices Surge Amid Tariff News – April 2025

In April 2025, the U.S. auto market experienced significant shifts as new tariffs impacted vehicle prices and consumer behavior. This article provides a detailed overview of the wholesale and retail market trends, highlighting the effects of recent policy changes and what to expect moving forward.​ Wholesale Vehicle Prices Spike as

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2025 Auto Market Update: Prices Up, Trucks Outperform Cars

The 2025 auto market is a study in contrasts: March new-vehicle sales surged to record highs even as tariffs threaten disruption, while used car prices continue their uneven climb. Below, we break down wholesale trends, inventory shifts, and policy risks reshaping the industry . Week Over Week Wholesale Price Changes

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2025 Auto Market Update: Luxury EV Values Crash Amid Tariffs

The 2025 auto market faces turbulence: used car prices plummet 12% YoY, luxury EVs depreciate 42% faster than gas models, and U.S. tariffs spark global supply chain chaos. This week’s data reveals shifting consumer preferences, inventory pressures, and geopolitical risks reshaping valuations and retail trends. Week Over Week Wholesale Price Changes Category

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Why Buying a Car in 2025 Still Costs More Than Expected

Car prices have been a hot topic in recent years, and 2025 is no different. While some expected costs to drop significantly, the reality is more complicated. New and used car prices remain high, making affordability a challenge for many buyers. dd In this article, we’ll break down the current

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AUTO MARKET UPDATE 2025: March is Hybrids’ Gas-Price Surge

Wholesale Price Trends Market depreciation slows further, but EV volatility persists: Category This Week Last Week 2020–2023 Average Car Segments -0.18% -0.25% -0.30% Truck & SUV Segments -0.12% -0.16% -0.33% Whole Market -0.15% -0.19% -0.31% Key Drivers: Inventory & Retail Trends New Vehicles: Used Vehicles: 3 Trending News of the

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AUTO MARKET UPDATE 2025: Why Dealers Are Holding Back?

Wholesale Price Trends Market depreciation slowed, aligning with seasonal norms, but challenges linger for older models: Category This Week Last Week 2017–2019 Average Car Segments -0.25% -0.43% -0.29% Truck & SUV Segments -0.16% -0.29% -0.34% Whole Market -0.19% -0.33% -0.32% Car Trends Newer models stabilize, but older vehicles face steep

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AUTO MARKET UPDATE 2025: EV Price Wars & Ai Undervalue

Wholesale Price Trends This Week Last Week of January 2017–2019 Average in Same Week Car Segments -0.44% -0.36% -0.35% Truck & SUVs Segments -0.39% -0.32% -0.36% Whole Market -0.41% -0.34% -0.36% Inventory & Retail Trends New Vehicles: Used Vehicles: 3 Trending News of the Week Legislative & Insurance Updates Georgia-Specific

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AUTO MARKET UPDATE 2025: The Trump’s Tariffs Dilema

Wholesale Price Trends This Week Last Week 2017–2019 Average in Same Week Car Segments -0.30% -0.39% -0.35% Truck & SUVs Segments -0.38% -0.32% -0.36% Whole Market -0.36% -0.34% -0.36% The U.S. wholesale market remains stable but faces pressure from tariffs and shifting demand. Here’s the latest breakdown: Inventory & Retail

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Will Trump’s Tariffs Raise Car and Gas Prices?

The Trump administration’s newly proposed tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico have sparked widespread concerns, particularly within the automotive and energy sectors. These tariffs, set to impose a 25% tax on imported goods, could lead to increased prices for gas, cars, and essential consumer products. In this article, we’ll

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Autonomous Vehicles Future: Car Value Implications

1. The Reality Check: Autonomous Vehicles Shift Gears The autonomous vehicle (AV) industry is pivoting from grand visions of driverless utopias to practical, incremental advancements. Companies like Ford and GM are scaling back robotaxi ambitions, focusing instead on enhancing advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and securing regulatory approvals for limited autonomy.

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AUTO MARKET UPDATE 2025: January is Already Over!

Auto Market Update – January 28, 2025 Crash or Cash? The 2025 auto market is full of twists—wholesale prices stabilize, minivans plummet, and Georgia’s EV inventory surges. But here’s what really matters: If you’ve had a recent accident, your car’s value is bleeding money—even if it’s repaired. In this week’s Auto Market Update, we dissecto the latest

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Auto Market Update 2025: Tesla vs. BYD & Trade War Impacts

Auto Market Update – January 18, 2025 Wholesale Price Trends This Week Last Week 2017–2019 Average in Same Week Car Segments -0.58% -0.75% -0.49% Truck & SUVs Segments -0.56% -0.83% -0.39% Whole Market -0.57% -0.81% -0.43% Car Segments Truck & SUV Segments Inventory and Retail Trends The Used Retail Active

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Auto Market Update 2025: U.S. Tightens Grip on Chinese EVs

Auto Market Update – January 17, 2025 As we step into 2025, the automotive market is experiencing notable developments across various segments. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the latest trends and industry news. Wholesale Price Trends In the final week of 2024, wholesale vehicle prices exhibited stability across both car

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Auto Market Update 2025 – New Year, New Me

Auto Market Update – January 13, 2025 As we step into 2025, the automotive market is experiencing notable developments across various segments. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the latest trends and industry news. Wholesale Price Trends In the final week of 2024, wholesale vehicle prices exhibited stability across both car

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Will Car Prices Drop in 2025 in the US?

Car prices have been a hot topic over the past few years, with both new and used vehicles experiencing sharp increases due to supply chain issues and shifting demand. But what does 2025 hold for buyers? Will prices finally drop, or will affordability remain out of reach for many shoppers?

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