Automotive Retail Industry Statistics

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Automotive Retail Industry Statistics

Auto shoppers are moving from browsing to buying faster and more digitally, with dealership time to purchase down to 9.5 hours and 95% of buyers now shopping online, while loyalty slides to 48% and trade ins net an average $1,200 premium. Layer in the EV and hybrid shift toward 78% of shoppers considering them, plus the hiring squeeze and 1.2 million U.S. retail jobs, and you get a clear picture of how buying behavior and dealership operations are colliding right now.

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Key Statistics

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55% of U.S. auto buyers researched online first in 2023, avg 14 hours per purchase

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62% of new-vehicle buyers in 2023 prioritized fuel efficiency over performance

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Millennial and Gen Z buyers accounted for 45% of used-car retail purchases in 2023

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78% of U.S. consumers considered EV or hybrid in 2023 shopping process, up from 55% in 2022

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Average time to buy a vehicle dropped to 9.5 hours in 2023 from 12 hours pre-pandemic

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41% of buyers traded in online offers in 2023, avg $1,200 premium over dealer appraisal

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Women represented 52% of new-vehicle decision-makers in U.S. retail 2023

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67% of buyers valued tech features like ADAS over horsepower in 2023 surveys

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Hispanic buyers grew to 20% of U.S. auto retail market in 2023, preferring SUVs

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35% of consumers delayed purchases in 2023 due to high interest rates averaging 7.5%

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Loyalty rate for brand buyers fell to 48% in 2023 from 55% in 2021

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72% of Gen Z buyers preferred touchless buying processes in 2023

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Average down payment rose to 20% of ASP in 2023, $9,700 for new vehicles

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55% of buyers read 10+ online reviews before visiting dealership in 2023

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Pickup trucks preferred by 65% of male buyers aged 35-54 in 2023 surveys

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48% of EV intenders cited charging infrastructure as top barrier in 2023

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Urban buyers favored compact cars 30% more than rural in 2023 data

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60% of buyers negotiated price digitally in 2023, saving avg $500

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Boomers prioritized reliability, 82% factor in JD Power scores for 2023 purchases

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70% of luxury buyers leased in 2023 vs 25% mass-market

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Social media influenced 42% of under-35 buyers in 2023, TikTok top platform

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38% switched to used from new due to pricing in 2023

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Safety ratings swayed 75% of family buyers in 2023

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52% of buyers wanted 360-video tours online in 2023

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Credit score avg for new-car buyers was 755 in 2023, up 10 points YoY

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65% preferred in-person test drives despite digital shift in 2023

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U.S. auto retail employment totaled 1.2 million in 2023, up 2% YoY

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Average dealership salesperson earned $125,000 total comp in 2023, incl commissions

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Technician shortage left 40,000 unfilled positions in U.S. auto retail 2023

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25% of dealership employees were women in 2023, up from 20% in 2019

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Sales staff turnover rate was 42% industry avg in 2023

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Training hours per service tech averaged 40 annually in 2023

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Franchise dealers employed 960,000 people in 2023, 80% of total sector

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EV-certified technicians numbered 50,000 in U.S. retail by end-2023

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Average service advisor pay rose to $85,000 in 2023, 8% growth

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15% of workforce aged 55+ in 2023, retirement wave projected

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Digital marketing roles grew 30% at dealerships in 2023

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Parts counter staff avg tenure 4.2 years in 2023

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Unionization efforts covered 5% of U.S. auto retail workers in 2023

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Remote work adopted by 12% admin roles in 2023

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Collision tech wages averaged $28/hour in 2023, shortage 20%

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Gen Z hires 22% of sales force in 2023, training ROI 150%

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Benefits costs rose 7% to $15,000 per employee in 2023

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65% dealers used AI for hiring in 2023, reducing time 30%

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F&I manager avg comp $150,000 in 2023

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Independent dealers employed 240,000 in 2023, avg 8 per store

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Diversity training reached 80% workforce in 2023

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Overtime hours avg 5/week for techs in 2023

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Leadership roles turnover 18% in 2023

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Apprenticeship programs trained 10,000 techs in 2023

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Pay transparency laws impacted 40% dealers in 2023 hires

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Average inventory days on lot fell to 38 for new vehicles in 2023

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U.S. new-vehicle dealer inventory averaged 2.7 million units in Dec 2023, up 40% YoY

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Used-car wholesale auction volume hit 10.2 million units in 2023, avg wholesale price $21,500

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Chip shortage resolved, semiconductor supply up 25% for auto OEMs in 2023

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Dealer new-vehicle acquisition costs averaged $45,200 in 2023

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Off-lease used inventory returned 2.8 million units to market in 2023

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Logistics delays for imported vehicles reduced to 20 days avg in 2023 from 45

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EV battery supply chain secured 1.5 million units for U.S. retail in 2023

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Trade-ins comprised 55% of used inventory for franchise dealers in 2023

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Parts inventory turnover ratio improved to 5.8x in 2023 for dealerships

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Auction conversion rates for used vehicles averaged 72% in 2023

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New SUV inventory days supply was 42 in Q4 2023, vs 65 for sedans

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Freight costs for vehicle transport fell 15% to $1,800 per unit in 2023

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Certified pre-owned inventory grew 10% to 2.9 million eligible units in 2023

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Steel and aluminum supply stabilized, costs down 8% for vehicle builds in 2023

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Dealer floorplan financing averaged $150,000 per vehicle in stock 2023, total $400B outstanding

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Used truck inventory tightest at 25 days supply in 2023

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OEM allocation to dealers increased 18% to 16M vehicles in 2023

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Aftermarket parts import from China hit $120B in 2023, 60-day port dwell avg

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Luxury vehicle inventory averaged 55 days supply in 2023, higher than mass market 35 days

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Wholesale used values stabilized with 1.2% MoM growth in Dec 2023

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EV dealer stock turned 12x in 2023 vs 8x for ICE vehicles

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Tire inventory levels optimal at 45 days for dealers in 2023

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Program cars from rentals added 1.2M to used inventory 2023

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Supply chain digitization adopted by 70% dealers, reducing stockouts 25% in 2023

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North American new light truck sales grew 15% to 12.3 million units in 2023, $650 billion revenue

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U.S. auto retail industry CAGR projected at 4.2% from 2023-2028, reaching $1.5 trillion by 2028

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EV market share in U.S. new retail sales rose from 5.8% in 2022 to 7.6% in 2023

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Online vehicle shopping penetration reached 95% of buyers in 2023, up from 88% in 2022

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U.S. new-vehicle affordability index fell to 75 in 2023 from 85 in 2022 due to rising ASPs

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Hybrid vehicle retail sales doubled to 1.1 million units in 2023, 7% market share

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Dealer digital retailing adoption hit 60% of transactions in 2023, reducing time-to-close by 20%

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U.S. used-car inventory levels stabilized at 2.3 million units by end-2023, up 25% YoY

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Pickup truck market share expanded to 20.3% of U.S. retail sales in 2023 from 18.5% in 2022

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Global auto retail e-commerce sales grew 22% to $250 billion in 2023, U.S. at $50 billion

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U.S. franchise dealership count declined 1.2% to 16,800 in 2023 due to consolidations

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Average vehicle age in U.S. fleet reached 12.5 years in 2023, driving replacement demand

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Off-road and adventure vehicle segment grew 18% in retail sales in 2023

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U.S. auto retail supply chain disruptions eased, with 90-day lead times down to 45 days by Q4 2023

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Chinese EV brands captured 2% U.S. retail market share in 2023 via imports

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Subscription-based vehicle services enrolled 5 million U.S. consumers in 2023, 15% growth

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U.S. new-vehicle sales penetration via fleets rose to 25% in 2023 from 22%

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Luxury brand retail growth averaged 10% across BMW, Mercedes, Audi in U.S. 2023

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Autonomous vehicle retail pilots reached 50,000 units in U.S. in 2023

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U.S. retail sales conversion rate from leads improved to 18% in 2023 with CRM tools

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Compact SUV sales share hit 22% of U.S. market in 2023, up 3 points YoY

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Post-COVID retail foot traffic recovered to 92% of 2019 levels by end-2023

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U.S. auto retail M&A deals totaled 250 in 2023, value $15 billion

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Ride-sharing impact reduced personal vehicle retail by 5% in urban areas 2023

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In 2023, U.S. new light-vehicle retail sales totaled 15.5 million units, marking a 12.4% increase from 2022

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Automotive retail revenue in the U.S. reached $1.2 trillion in 2023, driven by higher average transaction prices averaging $48,759 per new vehicle

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Franchise dealership new-vehicle gross profit margins averaged 6.1% in Q4 2023, up from 5.7% in Q4 2022 due to improved inventory turnover

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U.S. used-vehicle retail sales hit 20.3 million units in 2023, generating $800 billion in revenue with average prices at $27,300

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Luxury vehicle segment retail sales grew 8.2% YoY in 2023, accounting for 12% of total new car sales with revenue of $150 billion

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Electric vehicle (EV) retail sales in the U.S. surged 49% to 1.18 million units in 2023, contributing $65 billion to dealership revenue

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Average new-vehicle finance and insurance (F&I) revenue per retail sale reached $2,456 in 2023, a 4% increase from 2022

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Pickup truck retail sales dominated with 2.98 million units sold in the U.S. in 2023, representing 19% of total sales and $200 billion revenue

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SUV/Crossover retail sales accounted for 9.2 million units in 2023, generating 45% of new-vehicle retail revenue at $450 billion

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Independent used-car dealers sold 7.5 million vehicles in 2023, with total revenue of $250 billion and average gross profit of $2,100 per unit

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U.S. auto retail gross profit per new vehicle rose to $3,800 in 2023 from $3,200 in 2022, boosted by service absorption rates of 85%

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Franchise dealer service revenue hit $140 billion in 2023, with repair order averages at $550, up 7% YoY

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Total U.S. automotive aftermarket retail sales reached $450 billion in 2023, including parts and labor at dealerships and independents

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Compact car retail sales declined 5% to 1.8 million units in 2023, but revenue held at $70 billion due to higher pricing

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Heavy truck retail sales in North America totaled 285,000 units in 2023, generating $35 billion in revenue for dealers

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U.S. new-vehicle average selling price (ASP) climbed to $48,759 in 2023, fueling $751 billion in total retail sales value

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Certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicle retail sales reached 2.4 million units in 2023, with revenue of $80 billion and margins of 8.5%

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Motorcycle retail sales in the U.S. totaled 450,000 units in 2023, contributing $12 billion to dealer revenue

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RV retail sales dropped to 300,000 units in 2023 but revenue stayed at $25 billion due to premium models

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Collision repair revenue for dealerships hit $50 billion in 2023, with average claim values at $5,200

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Global automotive retail market size was valued at $2.8 trillion in 2023, with U.S. holding 25% share at $700 billion

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U.S. franchise dealership net profit after tax averaged $1.8 million per store in 2023, up 15% YoY

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Used vehicle ASP averaged $27,300 in 2023, leading to $554 billion in retail sales volume

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Parts and accessories retail sales at dealerships totaled $90 billion in 2023, with 12% growth in online sales

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Sedan retail sales fell to 1.7 million units in 2023, 11% of market, revenue $65 billion

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The U.S. new-car retail market saw a 38-day supply in Q4 2023, boosting sales velocity and revenue per dealer

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Franchise dealers' total revenue per employee reached $1.2 million in 2023, reflecting operational leverage

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Luxury SUV sales hit 1.2 million units in 2023, $120 billion revenue, 15% growth

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Average F&I gross profit per used vehicle sale was $1,800 in 2023, up 6%

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Total U.S. auto lease originations reached 3.5 million in 2023, contributing $150 billion to retail finance revenue

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U.S. auto retail revenue hit $1.2 trillion in 2023, yet the path to purchase is getting faster and more digital at the same time. Buyers now weigh fuel efficiency, ADAS, and charging access alongside price, while online offers and trade ins reshape how deals close. Here are the key Automotive Retail Industry statistics that explain what changed and what customers still refuse to compromise on.

Key Takeaways

  • 55% of U.S. auto buyers researched online first in 2023, avg 14 hours per purchase
  • 62% of new-vehicle buyers in 2023 prioritized fuel efficiency over performance
  • Millennial and Gen Z buyers accounted for 45% of used-car retail purchases in 2023
  • U.S. auto retail employment totaled 1.2 million in 2023, up 2% YoY
  • Average dealership salesperson earned $125,000 total comp in 2023, incl commissions
  • Technician shortage left 40,000 unfilled positions in U.S. auto retail 2023
  • Average inventory days on lot fell to 38 for new vehicles in 2023
  • U.S. new-vehicle dealer inventory averaged 2.7 million units in Dec 2023, up 40% YoY
  • Used-car wholesale auction volume hit 10.2 million units in 2023, avg wholesale price $21,500
  • North American new light truck sales grew 15% to 12.3 million units in 2023, $650 billion revenue
  • U.S. auto retail industry CAGR projected at 4.2% from 2023-2028, reaching $1.5 trillion by 2028
  • EV market share in U.S. new retail sales rose from 5.8% in 2022 to 7.6% in 2023
  • In 2023, U.S. new light-vehicle retail sales totaled 15.5 million units, marking a 12.4% increase from 2022
  • Automotive retail revenue in the U.S. reached $1.2 trillion in 2023, driven by higher average transaction prices averaging $48,759 per new vehicle
  • Franchise dealership new-vehicle gross profit margins averaged 6.1% in Q4 2023, up from 5.7% in Q4 2022 due to improved inventory turnover

In 2023, shoppers moved online faster and to EVs, cutting purchase time while boosting digital sales and dealership profits.

Consumer Behavior and Preferences

155% of U.S. auto buyers researched online first in 2023, avg 14 hours per purchase
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262% of new-vehicle buyers in 2023 prioritized fuel efficiency over performance
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3Millennial and Gen Z buyers accounted for 45% of used-car retail purchases in 2023
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478% of U.S. consumers considered EV or hybrid in 2023 shopping process, up from 55% in 2022
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5Average time to buy a vehicle dropped to 9.5 hours in 2023 from 12 hours pre-pandemic
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641% of buyers traded in online offers in 2023, avg $1,200 premium over dealer appraisal
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7Women represented 52% of new-vehicle decision-makers in U.S. retail 2023
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867% of buyers valued tech features like ADAS over horsepower in 2023 surveys
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9Hispanic buyers grew to 20% of U.S. auto retail market in 2023, preferring SUVs
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1035% of consumers delayed purchases in 2023 due to high interest rates averaging 7.5%
Directional
11Loyalty rate for brand buyers fell to 48% in 2023 from 55% in 2021
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1272% of Gen Z buyers preferred touchless buying processes in 2023
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13Average down payment rose to 20% of ASP in 2023, $9,700 for new vehicles
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1455% of buyers read 10+ online reviews before visiting dealership in 2023
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15Pickup trucks preferred by 65% of male buyers aged 35-54 in 2023 surveys
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1648% of EV intenders cited charging infrastructure as top barrier in 2023
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17Urban buyers favored compact cars 30% more than rural in 2023 data
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1860% of buyers negotiated price digitally in 2023, saving avg $500
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19Boomers prioritized reliability, 82% factor in JD Power scores for 2023 purchases
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2070% of luxury buyers leased in 2023 vs 25% mass-market
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21Social media influenced 42% of under-35 buyers in 2023, TikTok top platform
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2238% switched to used from new due to pricing in 2023
Single source
23Safety ratings swayed 75% of family buyers in 2023
Single source
2452% of buyers wanted 360-video tours online in 2023
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25Credit score avg for new-car buyers was 755 in 2023, up 10 points YoY
Single source
2665% preferred in-person test drives despite digital shift in 2023
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Consumer Behavior and Preferences Interpretation

While car buyers are now better informed and more frugal than ever, the modern dealership must adapt to a landscape where digital homework, shifting priorities, and diverse buyer power are steering the conversation toward efficiency, technology, and a seamless process.

Employment and Workforce

1U.S. auto retail employment totaled 1.2 million in 2023, up 2% YoY
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2Average dealership salesperson earned $125,000 total comp in 2023, incl commissions
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3Technician shortage left 40,000 unfilled positions in U.S. auto retail 2023
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425% of dealership employees were women in 2023, up from 20% in 2019
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5Sales staff turnover rate was 42% industry avg in 2023
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6Training hours per service tech averaged 40 annually in 2023
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7Franchise dealers employed 960,000 people in 2023, 80% of total sector
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8EV-certified technicians numbered 50,000 in U.S. retail by end-2023
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9Average service advisor pay rose to $85,000 in 2023, 8% growth
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1015% of workforce aged 55+ in 2023, retirement wave projected
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11Digital marketing roles grew 30% at dealerships in 2023
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12Parts counter staff avg tenure 4.2 years in 2023
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13Unionization efforts covered 5% of U.S. auto retail workers in 2023
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14Remote work adopted by 12% admin roles in 2023
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15Collision tech wages averaged $28/hour in 2023, shortage 20%
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16Gen Z hires 22% of sales force in 2023, training ROI 150%
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17Benefits costs rose 7% to $15,000 per employee in 2023
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1865% dealers used AI for hiring in 2023, reducing time 30%
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19F&I manager avg comp $150,000 in 2023
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20Independent dealers employed 240,000 in 2023, avg 8 per store
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21Diversity training reached 80% workforce in 2023
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22Overtime hours avg 5/week for techs in 2023
Single source
23Leadership roles turnover 18% in 2023
Directional
24Apprenticeship programs trained 10,000 techs in 2023
Single source
25Pay transparency laws impacted 40% dealers in 2023 hires
Single source

Employment and Workforce Interpretation

The auto retail industry is driving forward with more money and diversity, yet it's stuck in neutral with a chronic technician shortage, high sales turnover, and a looming retirement wave, all while racing to train for an electric future and keep up with modern workplace demands.

Inventory and Supply Chain

1Average inventory days on lot fell to 38 for new vehicles in 2023
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2U.S. new-vehicle dealer inventory averaged 2.7 million units in Dec 2023, up 40% YoY
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3Used-car wholesale auction volume hit 10.2 million units in 2023, avg wholesale price $21,500
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4Chip shortage resolved, semiconductor supply up 25% for auto OEMs in 2023
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5Dealer new-vehicle acquisition costs averaged $45,200 in 2023
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6Off-lease used inventory returned 2.8 million units to market in 2023
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7Logistics delays for imported vehicles reduced to 20 days avg in 2023 from 45
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8EV battery supply chain secured 1.5 million units for U.S. retail in 2023
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9Trade-ins comprised 55% of used inventory for franchise dealers in 2023
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10Parts inventory turnover ratio improved to 5.8x in 2023 for dealerships
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11Auction conversion rates for used vehicles averaged 72% in 2023
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12New SUV inventory days supply was 42 in Q4 2023, vs 65 for sedans
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13Freight costs for vehicle transport fell 15% to $1,800 per unit in 2023
Directional
14Certified pre-owned inventory grew 10% to 2.9 million eligible units in 2023
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15Steel and aluminum supply stabilized, costs down 8% for vehicle builds in 2023
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16Dealer floorplan financing averaged $150,000 per vehicle in stock 2023, total $400B outstanding
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17Used truck inventory tightest at 25 days supply in 2023
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18OEM allocation to dealers increased 18% to 16M vehicles in 2023
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19Aftermarket parts import from China hit $120B in 2023, 60-day port dwell avg
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20Luxury vehicle inventory averaged 55 days supply in 2023, higher than mass market 35 days
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21Wholesale used values stabilized with 1.2% MoM growth in Dec 2023
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22EV dealer stock turned 12x in 2023 vs 8x for ICE vehicles
Directional
23Tire inventory levels optimal at 45 days for dealers in 2023
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24Program cars from rentals added 1.2M to used inventory 2023
Directional
25Supply chain digitization adopted by 70% dealers, reducing stockouts 25% in 2023
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Inventory and Supply Chain Interpretation

With chips flowing again but dealers’ wallets feeling the pinch, the auto retail machine is now humming efficiently enough to churn out metal, yet it’s become a ruthless game of moving that metal before the floorplan interest and market whims turn a hot inventory into a cold financial burden.

Sales and Revenue Statistics

1In 2023, U.S. new light-vehicle retail sales totaled 15.5 million units, marking a 12.4% increase from 2022
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2Automotive retail revenue in the U.S. reached $1.2 trillion in 2023, driven by higher average transaction prices averaging $48,759 per new vehicle
Verified
3Franchise dealership new-vehicle gross profit margins averaged 6.1% in Q4 2023, up from 5.7% in Q4 2022 due to improved inventory turnover
Directional
4U.S. used-vehicle retail sales hit 20.3 million units in 2023, generating $800 billion in revenue with average prices at $27,300
Verified
5Luxury vehicle segment retail sales grew 8.2% YoY in 2023, accounting for 12% of total new car sales with revenue of $150 billion
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6Electric vehicle (EV) retail sales in the U.S. surged 49% to 1.18 million units in 2023, contributing $65 billion to dealership revenue
Verified
7Average new-vehicle finance and insurance (F&I) revenue per retail sale reached $2,456 in 2023, a 4% increase from 2022
Verified
8Pickup truck retail sales dominated with 2.98 million units sold in the U.S. in 2023, representing 19% of total sales and $200 billion revenue
Verified
9SUV/Crossover retail sales accounted for 9.2 million units in 2023, generating 45% of new-vehicle retail revenue at $450 billion
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10Independent used-car dealers sold 7.5 million vehicles in 2023, with total revenue of $250 billion and average gross profit of $2,100 per unit
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11U.S. auto retail gross profit per new vehicle rose to $3,800 in 2023 from $3,200 in 2022, boosted by service absorption rates of 85%
Directional
12Franchise dealer service revenue hit $140 billion in 2023, with repair order averages at $550, up 7% YoY
Verified
13Total U.S. automotive aftermarket retail sales reached $450 billion in 2023, including parts and labor at dealerships and independents
Verified
14Compact car retail sales declined 5% to 1.8 million units in 2023, but revenue held at $70 billion due to higher pricing
Verified
15Heavy truck retail sales in North America totaled 285,000 units in 2023, generating $35 billion in revenue for dealers
Verified
16U.S. new-vehicle average selling price (ASP) climbed to $48,759 in 2023, fueling $751 billion in total retail sales value
Verified
17Certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicle retail sales reached 2.4 million units in 2023, with revenue of $80 billion and margins of 8.5%
Verified
18Motorcycle retail sales in the U.S. totaled 450,000 units in 2023, contributing $12 billion to dealer revenue
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19RV retail sales dropped to 300,000 units in 2023 but revenue stayed at $25 billion due to premium models
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20Collision repair revenue for dealerships hit $50 billion in 2023, with average claim values at $5,200
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21Global automotive retail market size was valued at $2.8 trillion in 2023, with U.S. holding 25% share at $700 billion
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22U.S. franchise dealership net profit after tax averaged $1.8 million per store in 2023, up 15% YoY
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23Used vehicle ASP averaged $27,300 in 2023, leading to $554 billion in retail sales volume
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24Parts and accessories retail sales at dealerships totaled $90 billion in 2023, with 12% growth in online sales
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25Sedan retail sales fell to 1.7 million units in 2023, 11% of market, revenue $65 billion
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26The U.S. new-car retail market saw a 38-day supply in Q4 2023, boosting sales velocity and revenue per dealer
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27Franchise dealers' total revenue per employee reached $1.2 million in 2023, reflecting operational leverage
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28Luxury SUV sales hit 1.2 million units in 2023, $120 billion revenue, 15% growth
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29Average F&I gross profit per used vehicle sale was $1,800 in 2023, up 6%
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30Total U.S. auto lease originations reached 3.5 million in 2023, contributing $150 billion to retail finance revenue
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Sales and Revenue Statistics Interpretation

The auto industry's 2023 report card shows a market that has brilliantly mastered the art of selling fewer cars for far more money, proving that a hefty price tag and a financed extended warranty can cure almost any supply chain headache.

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    statista.com

    statista.com

  • COXAUTOINC logo
    Reference 3
    COXAUTOINC
    coxautoinc.com

    coxautoinc.com

  • IEA logo
    Reference 4
    IEA
    iea.org

    iea.org

  • GOODCARBADCAR logo
    Reference 5
    GOODCARBADCAR
    goodcarbadcar.net

    goodcarbadcar.net

  • AUTONEWS logo
    Reference 6
    AUTONEWS
    autonews.com

    autonews.com

  • RVIA logo
    Reference 7
    RVIA
    rvia.org

    rvia.org

  • BODYSHOPBUSINESS logo
    Reference 8
    BODYSHOPBUSINESS
    bodyshopbusiness.com

    bodyshopbusiness.com

  • GRANDVIEWRESEARCH logo
    Reference 9
    GRANDVIEWRESEARCH
    grandviewresearch.com

    grandviewresearch.com

  • EXPERIAN logo
    Reference 10
    EXPERIAN
    experian.com

    experian.com

  • MARKLINES logo
    Reference 11
    MARKLINES
    marklines.com

    marklines.com

  • IBISWORLD logo
    Reference 12
    IBISWORLD
    ibisworld.com

    ibisworld.com

  • EVADOPTION logo
    Reference 13
    EVADOPTION
    evadoption.com

    evadoption.com

  • CARPRO logo
    Reference 14
    CARPRO
    carpro.com

    carpro.com

  • MANHEIM logo
    Reference 15
    MANHEIM
    manheim.com

    manheim.com

  • IBL logo
    Reference 16
    IBL
    ibl.com

    ibl.com

  • SEMA logo
    Reference 17
    SEMA
    sema.org

    sema.org

  • MCKINSEY logo
    Reference 18
    MCKINSEY
    mckinsey.com

    mckinsey.com

  • PWC logo
    Reference 19
    PWC
    pwc.com

    pwc.com

  • DEALERTRACK logo
    Reference 20
    DEALERTRACK
    dealertrack.com

    dealertrack.com

  • BCG logo
    Reference 21
    BCG
    bcg.com

    bcg.com

  • JDPOWER logo
    Reference 22
    JDPOWER
    jdpower.com

    jdpower.com

  • KBB logo
    Reference 23
    KBB
    kbb.com

    kbb.com

  • BANKRATE logo
    Reference 24
    BANKRATE
    bankrate.com

    bankrate.com

  • LOYALTY360 logo
    Reference 25
    LOYALTY360
    loyalty360.org

    loyalty360.org

  • DELOITTE logo
    Reference 26
    DELOITTE
    deloitte.com

    deloitte.com

  • DEALER logo
    Reference 27
    DEALER
    dealer.com

    dealer.com

  • TRUECAR logo
    Reference 28
    TRUECAR
    truecar.com

    truecar.com

  • ELECTRECAST logo
    Reference 29
    ELECTRECAST
    electrecast.com

    electrecast.com

  • SOCIALMEDIAEXAMINER logo
    Reference 30
    SOCIALMEDIAEXAMINER
    socialmediaexaminer.com

    socialmediaexaminer.com

  • IIHS logo
    Reference 31
    IIHS
    iihs.org

    iihs.org

  • AUTOMOTIVEDIVE logo
    Reference 32
    AUTOMOTIVEDIVE
    automotivedive.com

    automotivedive.com

  • SEMICONDUCTORS logo
    Reference 33
    SEMICONDUCTORS
    semiconductors.org

    semiconductors.org

  • EDMUNDS logo
    Reference 34
    EDMUNDS
    edmunds.com

    edmunds.com

  • JPMORGAN logo
    Reference 35
    JPMORGAN
    jpmorgan.com

    jpmorgan.com

  • BNEF logo
    Reference 36
    BNEF
    bnef.com

    bnef.com

  • TRUCKING logo
    Reference 37
    TRUCKING
    trucking.org

    trucking.org

  • WORLDSTEEL logo
    Reference 38
    WORLDSTEEL
    worldsteel.org

    worldsteel.org

  • SPGLOBAL logo
    Reference 39
    SPGLOBAL
    spglobal.com

    spglobal.com

  • USITC logo
    Reference 40
    USITC
    usitc.gov

    usitc.gov

  • MODERNRETAIL logo
    Reference 41
    MODERNRETAIL
    modernretail.co

    modernretail.co

  • AUTORENTALNEWS logo
    Reference 42
    AUTORENTALNEWS
    autorentalnews.com

    autorentalnews.com

  • BLS logo
    Reference 43
    BLS
    bls.gov

    bls.gov

  • AUTOCARE logo
    Reference 44
    AUTOCARE
    autocare.org

    autocare.org

  • DEALERMARKETPLACE logo
    Reference 45
    DEALERMARKETPLACE
    dealermarketplace.com

    dealermarketplace.com

  • TECHFORCEFOUNDATION logo
    Reference 46
    TECHFORCEFOUNDATION
    techforcefoundation.org

    techforcefoundation.org

  • SAE logo
    Reference 47
    SAE
    sae.org

    sae.org

  • GLASSDOOR logo
    Reference 48
    GLASSDOOR
    glassdoor.com

    glassdoor.com

  • AFTERMARKETNEWS logo
    Reference 49
    AFTERMARKETNEWS
    aftermarketnews.com

    aftermarketnews.com

  • LABORNOTES logo
    Reference 50
    LABORNOTES
    labornotes.org

    labornotes.org

  • SHRM logo
    Reference 51
    SHRM
    shrm.org

    shrm.org

  • I-CAR logo
    Reference 52
    I-CAR
    i-car.com

    i-car.com

  • ELECTRONICINK logo
    Reference 53
    ELECTRONICINK
    electronicink.com

    electronicink.com

  • BLI logo
    Reference 54
    BLI
    bli.com

    bli.com

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