More transparent insights here:

How do we feel about the accuracy of this chart? [h/t Steve Greenfield]

Fascinating graphic showing political leanings of car owners

I remember when you could get a car for less than an Apple Vision Pro

For everyone asking "WHY?", this episode explains a lot of what you're seeing:

New car sales are UP for most car brands 👇 Can't find your brand? it's because its sales are down.

@skorusARK 🤔

These are surprisingly much cheaper nowadays. $1,500-$3,000, depending on mileage and condition.

Inflation is at its lowest in 2 years. Time to reminisce: 2008 Kia Optima. 153k miles. 5 years ago: $1,500 15 months ago: $6,400

Memories 🥹

Glad inflation came in at only 4% after rising 954% in under 3 years. Phew!

These DMs are great. For the record, none of these Buick tweets are sponsored lol

Crazy stat. Sales of new Buicks are up nearly *80%* year-over-year. More than any other brand. And nearly 4X more than Mazda, Nissan and Honda (to name a few). 😳

Disclaimer: DON’T TRY THIS AT HOME. Consult a professional. 🤣

Might launch a new series of Tweets called “Tricks of the trade” 😜

Important when buying a used car: Test the motor mounts. Here’s what you should do: 1) Put the car in Drive 2) Put one foot on the brakes (all the way down) 3) Press the gas pedal If you feel the engine JERK forward, you may need to have the motor mounts replaced.

Narrative violation: 87% of Gen-Z car shoppers either buy at the dealership OR start online and finish at the dealership. Only 13% buy their car 100% online. Way lower than I expected. Wild. (via CDK Global)

Hey @hankey11 (Founder of Westlake), want to come on the @CDG_Podcast to discuss? Fastest-growing automotive podcast in the world. what do you say?

Auto lending is experiencing a once-in-a-decade contraction. But, as a dealer, it feels like 2 of the deepest subprime lenders are actually *ramping up*. Their names? Westlake Financial and Credit Acceptance They're either the smartest or dumbest in the room. Time will tell.

FitLakeMom is looking for a 21/22 G-Wagon. Who wants to help her?

Some thoughts:

Past 60 days have been a rollercoaster: — Capital One shut off all dealer floorplans (aka inventory lines of credit) — US Auto Sales shut down 39 dealerships — Wells fargo laid-off all its junior Auto loan underwriters and capped future loans — PenFed Credit Union started…

DMs like this make me happy.

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