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Published: Friday, 29 December 2017 11:48
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Written by TIPP Staff
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A stronger economy, lower gas prices, and rising discounts from automakers continue to fuel Americans’ growing levels of vehicle purchase intent, which hit a ten-month high in December. TechnoMetrica’s Auto Demand Index improved two points, or 1.8%, this month to a score of 113, its highest reading since February. Thus, we anticipate that new vehicle sales, though likely to finish the year behind the record performance set in 2016, will conclude the year on a strong note, and continue their momentum into 2018.
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Published: Friday, 01 December 2017 04:25
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Written by TIPP Staff
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Vehicle purchase intent remained robust in November, as deep discounts on outgoing models, and a strengthening economy provide consumers with a favorable environment to purchase new vehicles. TechnoMetrica’s Auto Demand Index improved for the second straight month in November, gaining one point to register a score of 111. Therefore, we expect auto sales will conclude the year maintaining a strong pace of growth.
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Published: Monday, 13 April 2015 11:59
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Written by Andrea Riquier, Investor's Business Daily
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Americans were more upbeat in the latest IBD/TIPP Economic Optimism Index. But there was a marked split between those living in states thumped by the plunge in oil prices, and those outside the energy patch who were benefitting from cheaper gasoline prices.
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Published: Friday, 27 June 2014 04:36
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Written by TIPP Staff
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The share of the American car buying public that is planning to buy or lease cars in the near future has dropped by as much as 10%, according to the June reading of TechnoMetrica’s Auto Demand Index.
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Published: Monday, 07 April 2014 04:49
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Written by Donna Howell, Investor's Business Daily
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Today's electric vehicle driving ranges, recharge times and high purchase prices are stumbling blocks for people who might otherwise buy an EV, a new study says.
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Published: Friday, 20 December 2013 08:44
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Written by TIPP Staff
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Though American consumers remain pessimistic about the general economy, they are bullish when it comes to new auto purchases -- driven by generous incentives and exciting car models. The average age of current vehicles is also helping boost sales.
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Published: Monday, 23 April 2012 04:58
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Written by TIPP Staff
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TechnoMetrica's Auto Demand Index for April at 67, following a precipitous 45-point drop in March to 49, sends a confirmatory signal of an imminent slowdown of U.S. car sales. Over one-fourth (26%) of consumers say they are postponing car purchases as a result of high gasoline prices.
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Published: Tuesday, 10 April 2012 06:00
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Written by David Grant, Christian Science Monitor
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Americans foresee, on average, gas prices at $4.75 a gallon within three months, shows a Christian Science Monitor/TIPP poll. They most blame the oil industry and Wall Street. But they expect politicians to act.
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Published: Tuesday, 03 April 2012 06:00
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Written by Investor's Business Daily Editorial
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Energy Policy: That gas prices are edging ever closer to $4 a gallon is bad enough. But even worse is the fact that the public blames the wrong villains. No wonder President Obama seems so unconcerned.
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Published: Friday, 23 March 2012 06:59
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Written by Jason Ma, Investor's Business Daily
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Americans shopping for a new car are slamming on the brakes, as higher gasoline prices ravaged demand this month, according to TechnoMetrica's Auto Demand survey.
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Published: Thursday, 01 December 2011 15:00
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Written by Raghavan Mayur, Investor's Business Daily
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Rising fuel prices generally lead customers to look for smaller cars. If prices rise more dramatically, they might consider cars that use alternate fuels. But if fuel prices shoot up, demand for new cars could drop at double-digit rates. This is a prospect that no vehicle manufacturer wants to consider.
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Published: Sunday, 16 October 2011 09:22
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Written by Jina Moore, Christian Science Monitor
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Americans like to imagine the future. From the world's fairs of the early 20th century to futuristic magazine features in the 1950s to the 1980s "Back to the Future" films, we love dreaming up what might come next.
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