Which car colors are dominating the U.S. market in 2026?
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White remains the most popular car color with 25.7% market share, up from 22.1% in 1996, followed closely by black and gray.
Gray has seen the largest...
TSLA379.7104.59%
GM78.100-0.43%
F14.1100%
RIVN15.6300.77%
CYD44.820-2.38%
HMC26.8300.69%
TM171.4804.98%
CVNA62.310-3.89%
PAG182.210-1.63%
LAD292.100-4.63%
AN191.640-0.41%
GPI301.7400.92%
ABG205.1702.12%
SAH84.5101.8%
TSLA379.7104.59%
GM78.100-0.43%
F14.1100%
RIVN15.6300.77%
CYD44.820-2.38%
HMC26.8300.69%
TM171.4804.98%
CVNA62.310-3.89%
PAG182.210-1.63%
LAD292.100-4.63%
AN191.640-0.41%
GPI301.7400.92%
ABG205.1702.12%
SAH84.5101.8%
TSLA379.7104.59%
GM78.100-0.43%
F14.1100%
RIVN15.6300.77%
CYD44.820-2.38%
HMC26.8300.69%
TM171.4804.98%
CVNA62.310-3.89%
PAG182.210-1.63%
LAD292.100-4.63%
AN191.640-0.41%
GPI301.7400.92%
ABG205.1702.12%
SAH84.5101.8%
Data & Analytics
Hybrids, Tesla models outperform as used car market slows
On the Dash:
Hybrids lead the market growth, offering stronger turn rates and pricing stability than most EVs
Non-Tesla EVs face steep depreciation and slower sales, increasing inventory risk
Tesla...
Ford raises 2026 outlook after Q1 earnings beat expectations
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Ford beats Q1 expectations with strong pricing, mix and services growth.
Tariff ruling delivers $1.3B benefit, helps offset rising aluminum costs.
Company raises EBIT outlook while maintaining...
GM tops Q1 expectations, raises outlook on tariff refund boost
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GM beat Q1 earnings expectations and raised full-year guidance by $500 million on anticipated tariff refunds
North America margins improved despite lower sales, driven by pricing strength...
Record-low used inventory collides with rising March sales pace
On the Dash:
Tight inventory and falling days’ supply will continue to pressure sourcing and reconditioning strategies.
Strong seasonal demand reinforces the importance of pricing discipline and inventory turn.
Limited...
March sales surge tightens inventory, affordability gaps persist
On the Dash:
Faster March sales improved inventory flow, but demand remains uneven heading into Q2.
Limited sub-$40K inventory continues to constrain volume opportunities.
Rising incentives indicate growing pressure to...
Independent shops gain ground as dealerships face mounting pressure
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Independent shops are gaining share, but dealerships still lead at 42% overall service volume.
Dealerships win on expertise, OEM parts access, EV repairs, and stronger customer loyalty...
Spring optimism grows for dealers as challenges remain
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Spring demand expectations are rising, but current sales conditions remain below normal
Affordability continues to pressure buyers despite improved inventory levels
Pricing discipline persists, limiting aggressive incentives...
Manheim index shows used-car market leveling in March
On the Dash:
Used-vehicle prices are stabilizing, but remain sensitive to supply and macroeconomic pressures.
Dealer margins continue to face compression as wholesale and retail dynamics rebalance.
Inventory normalization is...
LG Energy swings to deeper loss as EV slowdown undercuts earnings
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LG Energy’s first-quarter loss widened beyond expectations as EV demand weakened across major global markets.
The company is accelerating its shift toward energy storage systems to offset...
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