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How Market Trends Are Shaping Vehicle Depreciation in 2024

Understanding vehicle depreciation is crucial for anyone involved in buying, owning, or selling vehicles. Depreciation impacts a car’s value over time, affecting insurance rates, resale prices, and overall costs of ownership. In 2024, several market trends are influencing vehicle depreciation, shedding light on how different factors play a role in

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2022 GMC Canyon Diminished Value Case Study

Accidents happen, and when they do, they can really hit you in the wallet, especially if you own a vehicle like the 2022 GMC Canyon Denali. When a car gets damaged and repaired, its market value usually takes a hit. This decrease in value is known as diminished value. In

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2022 Ford EcoSport Diminished Value Case Study

Navigating the aftermath of a car accident can be overwhelming, from dealing with repairs to handling insurance claims. But there’s another crucial aspect many drivers overlook: the diminished value of their vehicle. Particularly for a nearly new model like the 2022 Ford EcoSport, understanding how much value your car has

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Progressive Diminished Value Claims: Complete Guide

When handling Progressive Diminished Value Claims after an accident, there are numerous factors to consider. If you’ve ever been in a car accident and had your vehicle repaired, you might be aware that the post-repair value of your car isn’t the same as it was pre-accident. This reduction in value

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Car Price Increase April – October 2020

Auction data reflects a brief pandemic-induced fall, then a sharp increase in prices this summer and autumn.   Cars are supposed to depreciate over time, this pandemic has made an exception to this rule. Supply / Demand Imbalance  Weak Supply and Shortages  Factories shut down 6 to 8 weeks, no new

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