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US new car sales decrease in the third quarter due to fewer selling days and inflationary challenges – News

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Last updated: 2024/10/02 at 4:26 AM
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Top U.S. automakers are facing challenges as they reported a decline in third-quarter sales due to fewer selling days, weaker consumer spending, inflationary pressures, and higher interest rates. Carmakers, who have relied on crossovers and pickup trucks for sales growth, are experiencing a slowdown as customers tighten their budgets amidst economic uncertainties. General Motors reported a 2.2% decrease in quarterly sales, mainly due to weakening demand for its popular Silverado pickup trucks. Ford is also expected to report weaker sales growth, with industry experts predicting a rebound in the third quarter that did not materialize despite discounts offered by companies.

Toyota reported an 8% decline in sales but stated that they had built up extra inventory of vehicles and parts to minimize disruptions caused by U.S. port strikes. Despite efforts to invigorate demand, high interest rates and slow vehicle prices continue to pressure consumers, resulting in high monthly payments. Chrysler-parent Stellantis recently cut its 2024 profit forecast and warned of burning more cash due to weak global demand and competition from Chinese rivals offering cheaper cars. In response, buyers are turning to more affordable models such as compact pickup trucks and SUVs like Ford’s Maverick and Chevrolet’s Trax.

Subcompact SUVs and compact cars are currently popular vehicle segments due to their relatively affordable price tags, according to Charlie Chesbrough, senior economist at Cox Automotive. Hyundai reported a 5% increase in quarterly sales, driven by sales of hybrid variants of crossovers like the Tucson and Santa Fe, while its sister company Kia saw a nearly 7% decline in sales. As automakers navigate challenges in the market, the shift towards more affordable vehicles and hybrid options reflects changing consumer preferences towards cost-effective and environmentally friendly options.

In a bid to navigate economic challenges and evolving consumer demands, automakers are strategizing to cater to changing preferences in the market. Despite facing a decline in sales during the third quarter, automakers are adapting by offering more affordable models like compact pickup trucks and SUVs. The popularity of subcompact SUVs and compact cars, driven by their affordability, reinforces the shift towards cost-effective vehicles with hybrid options gaining traction among consumers.

As industry experts expected a rebound in sales during the third quarter, discounts offered by automakers were not sufficient to drive demand amidst high interest rates and slow vehicle prices. General Motors and Ford reported declines in their quarterly sales, pointing to weakening demand for pickup trucks and other models. In contrast, Hyundai’s rise in sales highlights the success of offering hybrid variants of popular crossovers to meet changing consumer preferences for more fuel-efficient and affordable options.

Carmakers are facing challenges in the current economic climate, with high interest rates and inflationary pressures impacting consumer spending and demand for vehicles. As automakers navigate these challenges, introducing more affordable models and hybrid options seems to be a strategic move to cater to changing consumer preferences. With the popularity of compact pickup trucks and SUVs on the rise, automakers like Hyundai are finding success in offering hybrid variants of their vehicles to meet the evolving needs of consumers looking for cost-effective and environmentally friendly options.

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