Overall wholesale market depreciation softened last week and was under prepandemic normals for this time of year, Black Book reported. Get its full analysis here.
Black Book: Weeky Market Update
All vehicle segments experienced declines last week but at normal seasonal levels, according to the market watcher.
January 13, 2026
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