Surging Demand in Used Car Market Unfazed by Rough Conditions, Fewer Gently Used Vehicles Available

The used car market is experiencing a volume crunch and higher pricing due to a shortage of near-new vehicles and disruptions in the supply chain, leading to a decrease in the availability of vehicles and increased prices, while economic pressures and spiked interest rates further complicate the market.

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