Black Book: Weekly Market Update
Conversion rates were flat last week at 63%, Black Book analysts calculated, as low-mileage and almost-near units outpaced the overall market.
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The spring wholesale season slowed last week, gains losing some steam in many segments as other declined, Black Book analysts said. Some age categories, meanwhile, stayed in positive territory. Get the full report here.
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