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Is now the right time for used-car shoppers to strike? There was some year-over-year easing in retailused-car prices last month, according to the latest CARFAX UsedCar Index report , which showed declines in six of the seven segments included in its analysis. year-over-year, according to Edmunds.
of Equipped Retail Typical new-car prices in 2022, according to Black Book, new-vehicle incentives have climbed the past two years. TO READ THE FULL STORY BECOME A MEMBER Login The post New-car incentives re-emerge to combat affordability crisis; analysts cautiously watching impact to usedcars appeared first on Auto Remarketing.
When it comes to used-carretail prices, the third quarter pointed to a “return to normalcy,” a trend that was particularly evident by this metric: late-model usedcars have prices that are “notably below” those of new vehicles. drop in used vehicle prices compared to the typical 0.7% year-over-year drop.
The slowdown in supply of later-model used vehicles is already having an impact in the retailcar 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. “One
On the retail side, J.D. Power said in data released Thursday that used-car prices have averaged $28,470 this month. The post How used-car prices are faring this month in wholesale, retail markets appeared first on Auto Remarketing. But their prices have “firmed” this month, he said. That’s down 5.4%
It was good news, bad news for the retailused-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-vehicle demand has dropped 0.2%
As we step into 2025, the automotive retail industry is ready to take its next step in modernizing its operations, where artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are poised to reimagine dealership operations. Usedcar day supply is expected to remain tight and steady. For more information, visit www.lotlinx.com.
Edmunds director of insights Ivan Drury highlighted multiple tailwinds that could help the retailing of usedcars. The return of holdout buyers should help bolster the supply of more affordable, older used vehicles. The average trade-in age for used vehicles increased to 9.4 What does it mean for used-car sales?
The retailused-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.
The CARFAX UsedCar Index made its debut a year ago, and in an analysis recapping the latest installment , the company pinpointed three retailused-car pricing trends that have stood out. Tom Kontos, the chief economist at ADESA, has noticed a similar flattening in wholesale used-car prices.
Used-carretail 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-car sales by dealers, compared to 5.63
It was March momentum for the retailused-car market. million used vehicles, which was a 10.9% million used vehicles, compared to 4.29 Affordability matters more than ever to consumers, and declines in used-vehicle prices help offset higher interest rates,” Robb said. In February, used sales were up 4.1%
And as the law of supply and demand decrees, usedcar 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.
When that shopper is waffling over whether the timing is right to buy a usedcar, 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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And for many, the used-car market is the only or best option. That’s one way to explain why year-to-date usedretail sales through August have climbed 4.5% — growth that has occurred despite the headwinds of high prices and steep interest rates, says Cox Automotive. Folks still need personal vehicles.
Prices were down double-digit percentages from a year ago, but the market was buzzing as dealers were busy buying units amid blooming retail demand. TO READ THE FULL STORY BECOME A MEMBER Login The post Spring already flourishing for both wholesale, retailused-car markets appeared first on Auto Remarketing.
Retailused-car shoppers may want to strike while the irons hot. Especially considering what could be on the horizon in the wholesale used-car market. TO READ THE FULL STORY BECOME A MEMBER Login The post Used-carretail prices get some relief, but supply challenges persist appeared first on Auto Remarketing.
CARFAX report: New-car deals help fuel price drops As opposed to the wholesale market, usedcarretail price decreases actually accelerated in January, according to CARFAX’s latest report on that market. In turn, that is helping to drive down the cost of usedcars.” Cars were down $400.
Amid an ocean of affordability challenges in the used-carretail market, a droplet of “hope” remains. In fact, Kevin Roberts of CarGurus said it’s possible for average used-car prices to show a double-digit-percentage decrease, even as headwinds keep them above pre-COVID levels.
The retailused-car market appears to be hitting a “leveling off period” when it comes to prices. That’s according to the latest CARFAX UsedCar Price Index , which said used-car asking prices on its platform are approaching a “floor.” In other words, shoppers shouldn’t expect much further relief.
Small competitors positioned at the lower end of the market started absorbing business from usedcar lots and garages, which focused on budget-conscious customers. A once-balanced market with local family-run jobbers and small corporate-owned stores evolved rapidly. Despite these shifts, the industry was still in a growth phase.
The report, based on data from Car Commerce’s platforms, including Cars.com, Dealer Inspire and AccuTrade, shows used-car inventory up 2.3% That trend has also driven down retail prices, which have dropped 4.9% from last year, while cars in the $10,000-$19,000 range, averaging 7.3 years old, rose 16.8%.
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Amazon is planning to enter the usedcar market and help dealers sell pre-owned vehicles. The online retail giant has been selling new Hyundais since 2024, based on a partnership announced at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November 2023. Nowadays, you can buy usedcars everywhere.
At the same time, without process improvement, the profitability per vehicle (PPV) of the usedcar will continue to evaporate. Every acquisition in this usedcar market must lead to a profit per vehicle outcome. This is the age of knowing your parts and labor costs to bring trade and purchased vehicles to retail ready.
Used electric vehicles are seeing their prices erode, both on a retail and wholesale basis. And not only did average retail prices of used EVs fall nearly 30% last month, but these vehicles have also become increasingly cheaper than used internal-combustion-engine vehicles. and the overall market falling 12.1%
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Like the Earp brothers in “Tombstone,” the used-car industry is reuniting in Arizona this year for UsedCar Week. While the sunshine, balmy climate and cool desert nights remain, much has changed in the five years since UsedCar Week made its way to the Grand Canyon State.
Same goes for the used-car market, it seems. Despite a slowdown from the prior month and the heights reached in the summer, used-car sales in December capped what ended up being a pretty solid year, according to Cox Automotive. Both overall and retail numbers, however, were down month-over-month.
The used-carretail 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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Used-vehicle prices are showing a “typical seasonal rise” on a month-over month basis in the wholesale market but are down double-digits from early 2023. Meantime, used-vehicle prices on the retail side of the market “are in retreat” from peaks reached in May. Car prices are off 8.7% from December but down 9.5%
Power, explained why this month has been a tricky one for used-car managers and leasing specialists at franchised dealerships. Power shared on Thursday associated with the used-car department. So far in October, King reported average used-vehicle retail prices are coming in at $28,472, which is down $669 or 2.3%
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