Auto Service World

AUGUST 29, 2024

Used car prices continue to decline as availability increases and new car prices have stabilized in the Canadian automotive market, according to analysis from AutoTrader.

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Auto Remarketing

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

And as the law of supply and demand decrees, used car prices are beginning to rise, according to CarGurus’ August 2024 Intelligence Report , released this week. The report showed used-car inventory levels down in August for the third consecutive month, dropping 2% below last year and 7.4% below August 2022 levels.

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Auto Remarketing

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Cars Commerce’s latest look at the used-vehicle market is an old story. As in, older cars have become the dominant force driving supply and vehicle values, according to the company’s monthly Industry Insights Report for August. from last year, while cars in the $10,000-$19,000 range, averaging 7.3

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Auto Remarketing

AUGUST 23, 2024

The slowdown in supply of later-model used vehicles is already having an impact in the retail car market, according to industry analyses released this month. But for $30,000 to $49,000 vehicles — which is the price range typical for 1- to 3-year-old used vehicles — inventory fell 15%, according to Cars Commerce.

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Auto Service World

MAY 16, 2024

New research from Compare the Market found that used cars from American and Japanese manufacturers are the most sought-after worldwide, outshining newer market entrants from China.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

The Canadian used vehicle market is facing a significant supply shortage of younger off-lease vehicles, expecting to negatively impact the used sales market. Off-lease vehicles are a key source of product for the used car market.

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Auto Remarketing

MAY 15, 2024

Edmunds director of insights Ivan Drury highlighted multiple tailwinds that could help the retailing of used cars. What could be most beneficial for dealerships of all stripes is getting a boost of older, more affordable vehicles. Vehicles older than 9 years were more likely to be traded in for a used vehicle,” he continued.

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Auto Remarketing

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The latest numbers from Cars Commerce show a new-car market in flux, with prices falling as excess inventory builds up. In the used-car world, on the other hand, all is calm and steady. The age of those used cars is steadily increasing, which means consumers are now getting an older car for the money than they had before.

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Auto Remarketing

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

In Cars Commerce’s most recent Industry Insights Report , industry and marketplace analytics principal David Greene noted the contrast between the steady used-car market with the relative volatility of the current new-car environment. So, why isn’t the used-car sector experiencing the same “adjustment” as new cars?

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Auto Remarketing

APRIL 29, 2024

The CARFAX Used Car Index made its debut a year ago, and in an analysis recapping the latest installment , the company pinpointed three retail used-car pricing trends that have stood out. Tom Kontos, the chief economist at ADESA, has noticed a similar flattening in wholesale used-car prices.

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Auto Remarketing

JUNE 14, 2024

Almost half of used-car shoppers say the oldest vehicle they would consider is in the 3- to 5-year-old range, according to the May Industry Insights Report from Cars Commerce. And the good news for dealers is supply has increased for some of the vehicle price band that would fit into that particular age group.

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Auto Remarketing

AUGUST 16, 2024

The wholesale used-car market is still recovering from the plunge in new-vehicle sales during the pandemic, say industry experts. Auction volumes are rising steadily though.

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Auto Remarketing

APRIL 17, 2024

It was March momentum for the retail used-car market. million used vehicles, which was a 10.9% million used vehicles, compared to 4.29 million used vehicles, compared to 4.29 The year began with used-car sales by dealers falling 6.4% In February, used sales were up 4.1%

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Auto Remarketing

JULY 16, 2024

It’s possible the outage at CDK Global didn’t just limit the actual sales of used vehicles in June. The crisis may have affected the reporting of the pre-owned vehicle sales that did happen. And even with disruption, dealers increased. And even with disruption, dealers increased.

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Auto Remarketing

MAY 21, 2024

Used-car retail sales in April were ahead of prior-year figures, but the market was challenged, given the end of tax season and the hurdles of low supply, affordability and high interest rates. million used vehicles last month, which beat April 2023 by 4.8% million used vehicles last month, which beat April 2023 by 4.8%

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Auto Remarketing

MARCH 11, 2024

The retail used-car market, including the certified pre-owned segment, showed some real strength last month, improving from both year-ago and January figures. Citing data from its vAuto business unit, Cox Automotive estimated that used-vehicle retail sales in February climbed 18% month-over-month and 5% year-over-year.

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Auto Remarketing

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

When it comes to used-car retail prices, the third quarter pointed to a “return to normalcy,” a trend that was particularly evident by this metric: late-model used cars have prices that are “notably below” those of new vehicles. drop in used vehicle prices compared to the typical 0.7%

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Auto Remarketing

MAY 28, 2024

When that shopper is waffling over whether the timing is right to buy a used car, here’s a selling point a dealer can pass along to that indecisive consumer, courtesy of CARFAX. As it stands, retail prices for used vehicles have slowed significantly year-over-year: used SUVs are down 9.5%

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Auto Remarketing

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Used-car profits soared during the pandemic. But as the market turns the corner toward the end of 2024, “used vehicles may be finding their new normal on profitability.”

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Auto Remarketing

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

It was good news, bad news for the retail used-car market in January. Used-car demand fell over 7% from January 2023, but was up almost 14% from December. And both supply of and demand for used EVs is rising, and prices are softening. Used-car demand fell 7.6% Used prices dropped 2.9%

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Auto Remarketing

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The difference between the price of a new car during the third quarter and that of a used car is enough money to … well … buy a car. Enough, at least, to purchase an older pre-owned vehicle. Drury cites the company’s “Car Shopper Expectations vs. Market Realties” report, which indicates that 49.8%

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 20, 2024

The cooling temperatures also mean it’s time to start getting your vehicle ready for winter. To keep running at its very best all year round, your vehicle needs a little extra attention before winter. So, what are the key steps for winterizing motor vehicles that you need to take? Has it been several months or possibly years?

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Auto Remarketing

MAY 23, 2024

Wholesale vehicle prices fell nearly 12% year-over-year in April and have continued modest month-over-month declines in May, according to the latest Kontos Kommentary report from ADESA chief economist Tom Kontos. Power said in data released Thursday that used-car prices have averaged $28,470 this month. Prices were down 0.3%

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Auto Remarketing

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Folks still need personal vehicles. And for many, the used-car market is the only or best option. That’s one way to explain why year-to-date used retail sales through August have climbed 4.5% — growth that has occurred despite the headwinds of high prices and steep interest rates, says Cox Automotive.

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AutoSuccess

JULY 9, 2024

It’s no secret that dealers are facing a complex set of challenges when sourcing used car inventory. While supply constraints have been a major focus, it’s also important to consider how demand dynamics are influencing the used car market and complicating dealerships’ ability to source inventory effectively.

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Autoblog: Repairs

AUGUST 14, 2024

Vehicle prices continued a downward trend in July — the most of any major category in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) over the last year as the car market continues its return to "normal" following pandemic-fueled inflation. Used car prices fell 2.3% New car prices fell 0.2% Used car prices fell 2.3%

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AutoSuccess

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Used vehicle acquisition is competitive, expensive and nuanced, even for the best car dealers. While some dealerships are happy sending their used car manager to the auction, others who aren’t satisfied with that approach need to get a little scrappy and think outside the box. Where Do You Find Them?

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Autoblog: Repairs

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

A while back, one automaker ran commercials saying something like, “The best new cars make the best used cars.” Consumer Reports recently put that thinking to the test with an evaluation of the brands and models that make the best used purchases , and there are few surprises with the top brands.

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Auto Remarketing

JUNE 11, 2024

How are electric vehicles impacting the used-car market? The post PODCAST: How EVs have impacted the used-car market appeared first on Auto Remarketing. Listen to this episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast to hear Jenkins’ keynote presentation given during the event’s final day in the window below.

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RB Auto Service

JULY 10, 2024

The process of buying a used car can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. While the idea of owning a reliable and affordable vehicle is appealing, the fear of hidden issues can dampen the experience. Identifying Hidden Problems: Used cars may carry hidden problems that can remain undetected during a test drive.

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AutoSuccess

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Dealerships in 2024 will continue to face used car sourcing challenges. I recently read an article that netted the issue: “Dealers navigating a used-vehicle market that already allows little room for error are eyeing another obstacle: worsening used-car availability.”

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AutoSuccess

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

Private-party vehicle acquisition is one of the most talked-about trends in retail automotive. Pros: o Complete Control: You pick the cars and the price. o Unique Inventory: You can’t find these personally touched vehicles anywhere else. Outbound Example: Active sellers on Facebook Marketplace, Craiglist, Autotrader, etc.

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Auto Remarketing

JULY 26, 2024

But the ups-and-downs of used-vehicle prices in the last five years might rival the volatility of any other industry.

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Auto Remarketing

JULY 10, 2024

The used-car retail sales environment last month didn’t improve from May, but showed year-over-year growth in June, according to reports from industry observers. million used vehicles in June, which was steady with May, but up from 1.14 million used units in July. ZeroSum said used-vehicle supply was at 1.91

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Motor Verso

MARCH 24, 2024

Purchasing pre-owned vehicles seems deceptively simple – just pick a model, haggle on the price and drive off gleefully into… Read more » The post Navigating the World of Buying a Used Car appeared first on Motor Verso.

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Auto Remarketing

JULY 5, 2023

Editor's Note: This is a small excerpt from Cherokee Media Group's upcoming “State of the Used Car Industry” report. The prime reason vehicles are pricier to purchase in the wholesale market and will likely remain that way for years to come? The estimated available wholesale supply of vehicles up to 8 years old fell to.

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AutoSuccess

OCTOBER 11, 2024

For instance, when a car is acquired via auction or trade, the service department often remains uninformed, preventing them from making timely decisions about capacity and work prioritization. This lack of visibility delays the car’s journey to the sales lot, increasing holding costs and reducing potential profit.

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