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New Vehicle Prices Remain Steady as EV Incentives Rise in September

One factor driving the downward pricing trend is the shift in consumer preference towards smaller, more affordable vehicles.
Autobody News Staff
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Repair Costs Surge as Inflation, Labor Shortages Strain Industry

CCC's latest Crash Course Report shows the cost of repairs increased by 3.7% in the first half of 2024 compared to last year.
Autobody News Staff
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Catalytic Converter Thefts See Sharp Decline in 2024

One major national insurance company has processed 74% fewer theft claims in the first half of 2024 compared to last year.
Autobody News Staff
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Auto Dealership Market Saw Record High Transactions in First Half of 2024

Sellers are capitalizing on robust blue sky values to make strategic exits, while buyers are looking for high-quality, low-risk franchises.
Autobody News Staff
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Software Upgrade Cuts Hyundai, Kia Theft Rates by 53%

Despite the reduction, theft claim frequency for Hyundais and Kias are still elevated compared to other brands.
Autobody News Staff
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Honda Reports 25% Increase in August Sales Compared to Last Year

Honda led the gains in year-over-year sales reported by automakers for August.
Autobody News Staff
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EV Collision Claims Continue to Rise Despite Sales Slowdown

Mitchell's latest report shows frequency for repairable EVs has jumped 45% in the U.S. year-over-year while increasing more gradually for hybrids.
Autobody News Staff
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Length of Collision-Related Rentals Continues Decline From Post-Pandemic Highs

Auto body shops nationwide also reported a "significant decline" in their average backlog of work in Q2 compared to the first quarter of the year.
Autobody News Staff
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July New-Vehicle Sales Rebound Expected

Sales delayed in June due to a cyberattack on dealership software provider CDK Global are expected to show up in July's final tally.
Autobody News Staff
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Non-Tesla EVs Surpass Tesla in Owner Satisfaction

While owner satisfaction is up across the board for all new vehicle owners, clunky infotainment systems remain a sore spot.
Autobody News Staff

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