
Days' supply increased due to a slight weakening in sales toward month-end. Despite a decline in the average listing price, it remained above $47,000.
Days' supply increased due to a slight weakening in sales toward month-end. Despite a decline in the average listing price, it remained above $47,000.
For the second month in a row, average transaction prices undercut manufacturer's suggested retail prices, reversing a prior 20-month trend.
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While inventory is up from 2022 levels, it remains low by historical standards. Meanwhile, the estimated typical monthly payment for a new vehicle declined to $754 from the peak of $791 in Dec. 2022.
Days’ supply by end of November was 77% higher than at the same time a year ago and the highest since March 2021. While inventory is up from recent levels, it remains low by historical standards.
The luxury vehicle share sold increased to above 18% of total sales, lifting overall industry ATP, while non-luxury vehicle buyers on average paid more than $500 above sticker price.
Days’ supply climbed to 49, the highest since May 2021. The question now is: Will demand keep up with supply?
Higher rates are already shifting access to vehicles and financing towards wealthier consumers as overall affordability declines.
Despite elevated vehicle prices, soaring interest rates and high inflation, there are no signs that demand is falling off yet.
September marks a record 16th straight month that new-vehicle ATPs were higher than the average manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP).
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