A recent survey of new-vehicle buyers from marketing research firm AutoPacific shows that more people are planning to hold on to their cars and trucks. In an Internet survey completed in April of this year, almost 59% of buyers indicated that they would not be shopping for a new vehicle for four years or more. That’s an increase of almost 13% when compared to AutoPacific’s 2005 survey, when 46% of respondents said that they would hold off on buying a new-vehicle for at least four years.

In addition, the number of people intending to replace their vehicle within the next two years has fallen. In 2008, 10.29% of the respondents said that they would replace their vehicle within one to two years; that number fell to 5.68% in the 2009 survey.

In a press release, AutoPacific President stated: “Rapid replacers don’t seem to be changing their patterns, but people who previously bought a new car every one or two years have significantly scaled back their purchasing, and those who bought every three to four years are now waiting at least an additional year.”

When Will You Acquire Your Next Vehicle?

Notes:
 The survey was not conducted in 2007
. The data is based upon results from AutoPacific’s national Vehicle Satisfaction Survey. More than 32,000 respondents provided input into AutoPacific’s research.

While Americans are delaying new-car purchases and keeping their vehicles longer, a recent article in the June issue of SEMA News also shows that the declines in new-vehicle sales have provided a boost in the used–car market. The article, “Used Vehicle Market Could Spell New Opportunity,” highlights the top used vehicles purchased in 2008 and the top specialty-equipment purchases by enthusiasts who bought a vehicle within the past 12 months.

SEMA members also have access to vehicle registration data supplied by Experian Automotive. The registration data details a composite view of vehicles that are currently registered and their locations and is a useful tool to help identify potential opportunities as vehicles are kept longer and new-vehicle sales remain flat.

To request the vehicle registration data, contact Megan McKernan at 909/396-0289, ext. 125.

A recent survey of new-vehicle buyers from marketing research firm AutoPacific shows that more people are planning to hold on to their cars and trucks. In an Internet survey completed in April of this year, almost 59% of buyers indicated that they would not be shopping for a new vehicle for four years or more. That’s an increase of almost 13% when compared to AutoPacific’s 2005 survey, when 46% of respondents said that they would hold off on buying a new-vehicle for at least four years.

In addition, the number of people intending to replace their vehicle within the next two years has fallen. In 2008, 10.29% of the respondents said that they would replace their vehicle within one to two years; that number fell to 5.68% in the 2009 survey.

In a press release, AutoPacific President stated: “Rapid replacers don’t seem to be changing their patterns, but people who previously bought a new car every one or two years have significantly scaled back their purchasing, and those who bought every three to four years are now waiting at least an additional year.”

When Will You Acquire Your Next Vehicle?

Notes:
 The survey was not conducted in 2007
. The data is based upon results from AutoPacific’s national Vehicle Satisfaction Survey. More than 32,000 respondents provided input into AutoPacific’s research.

While Americans are delaying new-car purchases and keeping their vehicles longer, a recent article in the June issue of SEMA News also shows that the declines in new-vehicle sales have provided a boost in the used–car market. The article, “Used Vehicle Market Could Spell New Opportunity,” highlights the top used vehicles purchased in 2008 and the top specialty-equipment purchases by enthusiasts who bought a vehicle within the past 12 months.

SEMA members also have access to vehicle registration data supplied by Experian Automotive. The registration data details a composite view of vehicles that are currently registered and their locations and is a useful tool to help identify potential opportunities as vehicles are kept longer and new-vehicle sales remain flat.

To request the vehicle registration data, contact Megan McKernan at 909/396-0289, ext. 125.

A recent survey of new-vehicle buyers from marketing research firm AutoPacific shows that more people are planning to hold on to their cars and trucks. In an Internet survey completed in April of this year, almost 59% of buyers indicated that they would not be shopping for a new vehicle for four years or more. That’s an increase of almost 13% when compared to AutoPacific’s 2005 survey, when 46% of respondents said that they would hold off on buying a new-vehicle for at least four years.

In addition, the number of people intending to replace their vehicle within the next two years has fallen. In 2008, 10.29% of the respondents said that they would replace their vehicle within one to two years; that number fell to 5.68% in the 2009 survey.

In a press release, AutoPacific President stated: “Rapid replacers don’t seem to be changing their patterns, but people who previously bought a new car every one or two years have significantly scaled back their purchasing, and those who bought every three to four years are now waiting at least an additional year.”

When Will You Acquire Your Next Vehicle?

Notes:
 The survey was not conducted in 2007
. The data is based upon results from AutoPacific’s national Vehicle Satisfaction Survey. More than 32,000 respondents provided input into AutoPacific’s research.

While Americans are delaying new-car purchases and keeping their vehicles longer, a recent article in the June issue of SEMA News also shows that the declines in new-vehicle sales have provided a boost in the used–car market. The article, “Used Vehicle Market Could Spell New Opportunity,” highlights the top used vehicles purchased in 2008 and the top specialty-equipment purchases by enthusiasts who bought a vehicle within the past 12 months.

SEMA members also have access to vehicle registration data supplied by Experian Automotive. The registration data details a composite view of vehicles that are currently registered and their locations and is a useful tool to help identify potential opportunities as vehicles are kept longer and new-vehicle sales remain flat.

To request the vehicle registration data, contact Megan McKernan at 909/396-0289, ext. 125.

A recent survey of new-vehicle buyers from marketing research firm AutoPacific shows that more people are planning to hold on to their cars and trucks. In an Internet survey completed in April of this year, almost 59% of buyers indicated that they would not be shopping for a new vehicle for four years or more. That’s an increase of almost 13% when compared to AutoPacific’s 2005 survey, when 46% of respondents said that they would hold off on buying a new-vehicle for at least four years.

In addition, the number of people intending to replace their vehicle within the next two years has fallen. In 2008, 10.29% of the respondents said that they would replace their vehicle within one to two years; that number fell to 5.68% in the 2009 survey.

In a press release, AutoPacific President stated: “Rapid replacers don’t seem to be changing their patterns, but people who previously bought a new car every one or two years have significantly scaled back their purchasing, and those who bought every three to four years are now waiting at least an additional year.”

When Will You Acquire Your Next Vehicle?

Notes:
 The survey was not conducted in 2007
. The data is based upon results from AutoPacific’s national Vehicle Satisfaction Survey. More than 32,000 respondents provided input into AutoPacific’s research.

While Americans are delaying new-car purchases and keeping their vehicles longer, a recent article in the June issue of SEMA News also shows that the declines in new-vehicle sales have provided a boost in the used–car market. The article, “Used Vehicle Market Could Spell New Opportunity,” highlights the top used vehicles purchased in 2008 and the top specialty-equipment purchases by enthusiasts who bought a vehicle within the past 12 months.

SEMA members also have access to vehicle registration data supplied by Experian Automotive. The registration data details a composite view of vehicles that are currently registered and their locations and is a useful tool to help identify potential opportunities as vehicles are kept longer and new-vehicle sales remain flat.

To request the vehicle registration data, contact Megan McKernan at 909/396-0289, ext. 125.

A recent survey of new-vehicle buyers from marketing research firm AutoPacific shows that more people are planning to hold on to their cars and trucks. In an Internet survey completed in April of this year, almost 59% of buyers indicated that they would not be shopping for a new vehicle for four years or more. That’s an increase of almost 13% when compared to AutoPacific’s 2005 survey, when 46% of respondents said that they would hold off on buying a new-vehicle for at least four years.

In addition, the number of people intending to replace their vehicle within the next two years has fallen. In 2008, 10.29% of the respondents said that they would replace their vehicle within one to two years; that number fell to 5.68% in the 2009 survey.

In a press release, AutoPacific President stated: “Rapid replacers don’t seem to be changing their patterns, but people who previously bought a new car every one or two years have significantly scaled back their purchasing, and those who bought every three to four years are now waiting at least an additional year.”

When Will You Acquire Your Next Vehicle?

Notes:
 The survey was not conducted in 2007
. The data is based upon results from AutoPacific’s national Vehicle Satisfaction Survey. More than 32,000 respondents provided input into AutoPacific’s research.

While Americans are delaying new-car purchases and keeping their vehicles longer, a recent article in the June issue of SEMA News also shows that the declines in new-vehicle sales have provided a boost in the used–car market. The article, “Used Vehicle Market Could Spell New Opportunity,” highlights the top used vehicles purchased in 2008 and the top specialty-equipment purchases by enthusiasts who bought a vehicle within the past 12 months.

SEMA members also have access to vehicle registration data supplied by Experian Automotive. The registration data details a composite view of vehicles that are currently registered and their locations and is a useful tool to help identify potential opportunities as vehicles are kept longer and new-vehicle sales remain flat.

To request the vehicle registration data, contact Megan McKernan at 909/396-0289, ext. 125.

Exterior cargo and styling accessories, and two different air compressors were among the new products for vans, trucks and SUVs most popular with buyers at the 2008 SEMA Show. SEMA used a new digital tracking method at the 2008 New Products Showcase, allowing buyers to scan product barcodes and receive product details via printout or e-mail.

There were nearly 100 new products entered in the Best New Van/Pickup/Sport-Utility Performance Street Product category, and nearly 1,000 scans requesting additional product information. Who was doing all that scanning? More than 9,400 were retailers, followed by warehouse distributors (3,900), repair/service/installers (3,900) and builders/fabricators (3,500).

Following are the top 10 van/truck/SUV products that were of most interest to buyers:

1: Carriage Works 3-Piece Roll Pan Kit Kit for 2007 Silverado features oval exhaust tips, steel roll pan with urethane bed corners, bolt-on installation and is ready for paint.
2: Grant Products Revolution Airbag Steering Wheel Airbag replacement steering wheel that enables enthusiasts to customize their steering wheel and retain the safety of the factory airbag.
3: Carriage Works Ford F-150 Grille Classic billet grille for the newly-restyled Ford F-150. including Lariat and King Ranch editions.
4: BD Diesel 6.4L Super Air Scoop Replaces fender air vent on the Ford 6.4L Power Stroke with a ram-air style scoop and ducting for better fuel economy and turbo response, and lower EGTs.
5: Bully Dog Technologies Triple Dog E3 Downloader Economy-based downloader features a lower price point, with tuning developed for maximum fuel economy.
6: ARB 4x4 Accessories Portable Air Compressor Portable 12V air compressor comes in durable carry case. Includes 19-foot air hose and comes with all fittings for tire inflation and camping/leisure gear.
7: Dee Zee Pickup Racks Aluminum rack adds function and style to all standard-size pickups.
8: Jack-Rack Cargo Management System Lightweight adjustable lift assembly occupies normal bed area, and provides wide range of options.
9: ViAir 200-psi Air Source Kit Intended for use on- and off-road, for inflating tires, air horns, actuating air locking differentials, load-leveling and more.
10: Go Rhino! Dominator III side steps Modular, wheel-to-wheel Side Steps feature drop-down step and "race style" removable aluminum step pads.

Exterior cargo and styling accessories, and two different air compressors were among the new products for vans, trucks and SUVs most popular with buyers at the 2008 SEMA Show. SEMA used a new digital tracking method at the 2008 New Products Showcase, allowing buyers to scan product barcodes and receive product details via printout or e-mail.

There were nearly 100 new products entered in the Best New Van/Pickup/Sport-Utility Performance Street Product category, and nearly 1,000 scans requesting additional product information. Who was doing all that scanning? More than 9,400 were retailers, followed by warehouse distributors (3,900), repair/service/installers (3,900) and builders/fabricators (3,500).

Following are the top 10 van/truck/SUV products that were of most interest to buyers:

1: Carriage Works 3-Piece Roll Pan Kit Kit for 2007 Silverado features oval exhaust tips, steel roll pan with urethane bed corners, bolt-on installation and is ready for paint.
2: Grant Products Revolution Airbag Steering Wheel Airbag replacement steering wheel that enables enthusiasts to customize their steering wheel and retain the safety of the factory airbag.
3: Carriage Works Ford F-150 Grille Classic billet grille for the newly-restyled Ford F-150. including Lariat and King Ranch editions.
4: BD Diesel 6.4L Super Air Scoop Replaces fender air vent on the Ford 6.4L Power Stroke with a ram-air style scoop and ducting for better fuel economy and turbo response, and lower EGTs.
5: Bully Dog Technologies Triple Dog E3 Downloader Economy-based downloader features a lower price point, with tuning developed for maximum fuel economy.
6: ARB 4x4 Accessories Portable Air Compressor Portable 12V air compressor comes in durable carry case. Includes 19-foot air hose and comes with all fittings for tire inflation and camping/leisure gear.
7: Dee Zee Pickup Racks Aluminum rack adds function and style to all standard-size pickups.
8: Jack-Rack Cargo Management System Lightweight adjustable lift assembly occupies normal bed area, and provides wide range of options.
9: ViAir 200-psi Air Source Kit Intended for use on- and off-road, for inflating tires, air horns, actuating air locking differentials, load-leveling and more.
10: Go Rhino! Dominator III side steps Modular, wheel-to-wheel Side Steps feature drop-down step and "race style" removable aluminum step pads.

Exterior cargo and styling accessories, and two different air compressors were among the new products for vans, trucks and SUVs most popular with buyers at the 2008 SEMA Show. SEMA used a new digital tracking method at the 2008 New Products Showcase, allowing buyers to scan product barcodes and receive product details via printout or e-mail.

There were nearly 100 new products entered in the Best New Van/Pickup/Sport-Utility Performance Street Product category, and nearly 1,000 scans requesting additional product information. Who was doing all that scanning? More than 9,400 were retailers, followed by warehouse distributors (3,900), repair/service/installers (3,900) and builders/fabricators (3,500).

Following are the top 10 van/truck/SUV products that were of most interest to buyers:

1: Carriage Works 3-Piece Roll Pan Kit Kit for 2007 Silverado features oval exhaust tips, steel roll pan with urethane bed corners, bolt-on installation and is ready for paint.
2: Grant Products Revolution Airbag Steering Wheel Airbag replacement steering wheel that enables enthusiasts to customize their steering wheel and retain the safety of the factory airbag.
3: Carriage Works Ford F-150 Grille Classic billet grille for the newly-restyled Ford F-150. including Lariat and King Ranch editions.
4: BD Diesel 6.4L Super Air Scoop Replaces fender air vent on the Ford 6.4L Power Stroke with a ram-air style scoop and ducting for better fuel economy and turbo response, and lower EGTs.
5: Bully Dog Technologies Triple Dog E3 Downloader Economy-based downloader features a lower price point, with tuning developed for maximum fuel economy.
6: ARB 4x4 Accessories Portable Air Compressor Portable 12V air compressor comes in durable carry case. Includes 19-foot air hose and comes with all fittings for tire inflation and camping/leisure gear.
7: Dee Zee Pickup Racks Aluminum rack adds function and style to all standard-size pickups.
8: Jack-Rack Cargo Management System Lightweight adjustable lift assembly occupies normal bed area, and provides wide range of options.
9: ViAir 200-psi Air Source Kit Intended for use on- and off-road, for inflating tires, air horns, actuating air locking differentials, load-leveling and more.
10: Go Rhino! Dominator III side steps Modular, wheel-to-wheel Side Steps feature drop-down step and "race style" removable aluminum step pads.