Jesse Toprak
Jesse Toprak
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It might be a little more than that.
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Toyota has the right product, right image, and right distribution system. The consumer mindset has permanently changed already because of the prolonged nature of high gas prices.
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The debate on gas prices has accelerated the end of the life cycle for many old-style SUVs. But the SUV segment was already undergoing changes well before gas prices became an issue.
adjust anticipate auto compared flat last sales selling time
When you adjust for selling days, auto sales are essentially flat compared with this time last year. We anticipate May will be more robust.
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They're in a very competitive mode for the Camry. It's the best-selling car, and Toyota wants to keep that title.
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As we are seeing higher interest rates, it's more beneficial for consumers to go with the zero percent than the cash rebate.
cars compact large luxury sales selling
This month, compact cars and compact SUVs are selling particularly well, while sales of trucks, luxury cars and large cars are suffering.
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As far as impact on sales of Chevy trucks, there was very little. A 10 percent increase in fuel efficiency isn't going to make people rush into these vehicles.
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This is a total shift. Five years ago they wouldn't have even asked. It's not crisis mode ... but I think if people are ready to buy a new vehicle, they will seriously consider something that is gas efficient.
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Now, for vehicles priced under $40,000, it is one of the first questions people ask.
cars compact large luxury sales selling
Compact cars and compact SUVs are selling particularly well, while sales of trucks, luxury cars and large cars are suffering.
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They spent a lot of money on incentives, most of which are not quite visible to consumers except for some lease deals.
models month moral
I think the moral of the month was that the more gas-efficient models did well.
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Just three years ago, people ignored the fuel economy numbers on the sticker. Now it's one of the first things people ask about, especially the middle-income families.