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$1,000+ Monthly New Car Payments Hit Record High

New-car buyers also took on a record share of loans with 84-month or longer terms.
Autobody News Staff
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New-Vehicle Sales in June Expected to Slow from Accelerated Spring Pace

In addition, total sales for Q2 2025 are forecasted to increase by 1.7% year over year.
Autobody News Staff
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April New-Vehicle Sales Forecasted to Surge 10.5% Year-Over-Year

The average new-vehicle price and monthly loan payment are also anticipated to increase compared to April 2024.
Autobody News Staff
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Top U.S. Auto Insurers Expand Market Share in 2024, Led by Progressive

The top five insurers -- State Farm, Progressive, Berkshire Hathaway, Allstate and USAA -- together captured 63.
Autobody News Staff
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March Auto Sales Projected to Rise Ahead of April Tariffs

Automakers are using incentives to appeal to consumers getting ahead of future uncertainty surrounding new car prices.
Autobody News Staff
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Auto Dealership Market Hits Record 438 Transactions in 2024

The surge was fueled by improving vehicle affordability, moderating inflation and heightened buyer optimism about long-term industry profitability.
Autobody News Staff
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Automakers Report Mixed February Sales Results, While High-Priced Vehicles Continue Surge

Despite rising prices and higher loan rates, the market continues to lean heavily on high-income households to sustain new-vehicle sales.
Autobody News Staff
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February New-Vehicle Sales Expected to Rebound After Sluggish January

The seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) for February is projected to reach 16.3 million, up from 15.
Autobody News Staff
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Automakers Report Strong Start to 2025 Sales

Electrified models, including battery electric, plug-in hybrid and hybrid vehicles, continued to garner interest from customers.
Autobody News Staff
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PPG Reports Small Increase in Performance Coatings Sales, Decline in Organic Automotive Refinish Sales

Overall, PPG reported $3.7 billion in Q4 2024 and $15.8 billion in full-year net sales from continuing operations.
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