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How a lack of off-lease vehicle is hurting the used market

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This trend is expected to persist through 2027, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants. Off-lease vehicles are a key source of product for the used car market. The Canadian used vehicle market is facing a significant supply shortage of younger off-lease vehicles, expecting to negatively impact the used sales market.

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Where interest is growing as EVs tail off

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While electric vehicles (EVs) continued to appeal to Canadian car shoppers in 2024, widespread adoption remains low, according to data from AutoTrader. The data revealed that search interest in EVs grew by nine per cent this year, yet still represents just eight per cent of total vehicle searches on the platform.

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All-New 2026 or 2027 Toyota Corolla Sedan Gets Stylish and Sporty Redesign in Fantasy Land

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The Japanese automaker's iconic and long-standing affordable compact passenger cars series for the United States is soon due for a complete redesign – just like the best-selling RAV4 compact crossover SUV. continue reading. )

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2027 Lotus Type 135 Electric Sports Car Packs at Least 469 HP

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Serving as the spiritual successor to the Elise, the Lotus Type 135 will be revealed late 2026 for the 2027 model year. An Emira-replacing model is also expected to join the lineup by decade's end. The 135 will be priced at circa 75,000 pounds sterling, which means 95,000 freedom eagles at current exchange rat. continue reading. )

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Norwegian Operator Takes Another Step Toward Electric Ferry Operations

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In preparation for three newly built hybrid electric ferries that will enter service in 2027, the Norwegian operator Norled has contracted Norwegian Electric Systems (NES) to provide three onshore charging systems that will be used at three different ports in North Norway. Norled is truly a pioneer of electric ferry operations in Norway.

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The ‘horror story’ of the used vehicle market

Auto Service World

So when examining whether or not manufacturers will start to bring those vehicles into showrooms as used cars, its not a bright picture. So with that top of mind as well, we’re seeing those numbers decline up to 2027; 2028 we see it pick up, he said. He noted that his group looks at the market on a 48-month level.

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Why Students in Automotive School Will Love the 2024 Alfa Romeo Milano

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With electric vehicles (EVs) fast becoming all the rage, the biggest car manufacturers have been in a hot race to key into the electrification roadmap, and several winners have emerged. There has been no short supply of impressive cars sporting the most innovative solutions in electric batteries and powertrain technology.