
Automotive Consumers Sink Further in Debt
Most financing metrics hit records in the second quarter as more buyers locked themselves into long terms and high monthly payments.
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Most financing metrics hit records in the second quarter as more buyers locked themselves into long terms and high monthly payments.
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New-vehicle affordability declined slightly in April despite revised data indicating stronger income gains, according to the latest Cox Automotive/Moody’s Analytics Vehicle Affordability Index.
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The Estimated Average Weekly Sales Rate continues to increase and now is at 72%.
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Q1 2022 TransUnion Credit Industry Insights Report explores latest credit trends.
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Access to auto credit expanded again in April, according to the Dealertrack Credit Availability Index for all types of auto loans.
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Historically, the first week of May is an exciting time for new model year launches and an increase of lease returns in the auction lanes. This year, like the past 2 years, has been plagued with microchip shortages and supply chain issues causing a significant reduction in both new inventory production and used lease and fleet returns in the wholesale market.
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Luxury vehicle share rose to 17.4% of total sales in April, up from 16.7% of total sales in March, helping push overall average transaction prices up.
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While demand for commercial vehicle inventory remained high, several movements in the data indicated there are trends shaping the industry and driving buyer behavior.
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The seasonally adjusted Retention Index went down to 185.4 points in April 2022 as high gas prices strengthen some segments and weaken others.
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The Used Retail Days-to-Turn Estimate has continued to drop over the last few weeks and remains below 36 days.
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Toyota Motor Corp. is getting closer to using up a key U.S. tax credit for hybrid and electric vehicles, a situation company leaders say will raise its costs and hinder the adoption of climate-friendly cars.
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