The acceleration in vehicle depreciation during the first quarter points to the market reaching the peak of spring, Black Book said this week. While many segments saw noticeable spikes in depreciation, the firm noted, some segments experienced increases in value during the quarter.
Read More →In an automotive climate where dealer profits are shrinking and vehicle advertising costs remain high, Black Book's new solution aims to reel in advertising campaign costs to help dealers maintain profitability.
Read More →In a joint report issued this week, the two firms said increased supply and incentives will drive higher depreciation in 2016. Auto ABS performance will face pressure, but no material concerns, the firms say.
Read More →By leveraging Black Book’s pricing information, DRIVIN will create used-car trends and analysis to educate and help dealers make smarter buying decisions.
Read More →The vehicle information firm reported that all segments reviewed showed less than 2.7% depreciation except for full-size pickups.
Read More →Tom Cross was named executive vice president and deputy group head of transportation for Hearst Business Media. He will retain his title of president of Black Book and will continue to report to Hearst President Richard P. Malloch.
Read More →According to the vehicle pricing firm, Volkswagen diesel models are already showing higher depreciation than their comparable gasoline-powered models.
Read More →The vehicle-pricing firm reported today that the pace of depreciation in September remained relatively unchanged from August. It expects average depreciation to approach pre-recession levels by year-end.
Read More →In order to manage risk levels and achieve ongoing profitability, lenders need to use collateral and residuals in the underwriting process. That’s according to a new whitepaper from Black Book’s Lender Solutions division.
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Ricky Beggs, who previously served as Black Book's senior vice president, was honored as the newest member of the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association's prestigious Ring of Honor.
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