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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.
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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.
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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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U.S. Market Has Reached ‘Peak Truck’: Report

The twice-annual Dave Cantin Group Market Outlook Report analyzes and reports on trends influencing U.
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Automotive Brand Loyalty Rises as EV Preferences Shift

Increased vehicle inventory, which provides consumers with a broader range of options, contributed to the improvement.
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Auto Dealers Optimistic Despite EV Challenges, Survey Finds

More than three-quarters of survey respondents expect EV sales to negatively affect dealership profitability in 2025.
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December Auto Sales Expected to Show Modest Growth Amid Volatility

Forecasts call for a projected 2024 total of 16.0 million units, and a slight increase to 16.18 million units in 2025.
Autobody News Staff
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2024 Seeing Record-Breaking Auto Dealership Buy/Sell Activity

Sellers are capitalizing on historically high valuations as the year appears to be on track to hit a new all-time peak.
Autobody News Staff
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Colorado Surpasses California in Market Share of New EVs

In Q3 2024, 25.3% of new vehicle sales in Colorado were electric, including battery electric and plug-in hybrid powertrains.
Autobody News Staff
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Gas Prices Near $3, Electricity Costs Stay Stable

The last time the national average was below $3 was May 11, 2021.
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