After January 2019 (world car market) and April 2019 (Chinese market), BSCB and I are featured for the third time in French newspaper Le Monde, one of the most important and widely respected newspapers in the world according to Wikipedia. The article, published in yesterday's edition (dated March 23) explores how different…
Before the coronavirus outbreak, the auto manufacturing industry was in the midst of a breakthrough. Advancements in technology placed the sector in a good position to address consumer needs thanks to the power of AI and automation. However, everything seems to point to a bleak future now that the coronavirus…
Mercedes manages the only single-digit drop in the Top 20. After strict lockdowns stifled February wholesales down -79.1% and just as the rest of the world gets hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Chinese new vehicle market is already bouncing back quite spectacularly, as we already mentioned in the past week.…
Your car is one of the biggest purchases you will make in your entire life. That's why it is extremely important that your car is covered from mechanical breakdowns you may experience. Palmer Administrative Services is dedicated to providing the type of coverage that will give you peace of mind…
If you’ve found yourself in an accident, finding your footing afterwards can be a bit complex. With many people suffering from PTSD following an injury, it’s no wonder that any accident—from simple fender benders to workplace injuries to totaled collisions—impact us in different ways. But no matter what type of…
The COVID-19 pandemic has upended car markets globally. This is our Coronavirus portal, updated live with all relevant sales data and forecast information, which you can find below. BSCB will support you throughout the COVID-19 crisis in a variety of ways. We are accelerating the pace of our publications (March…
Recent car models come with a myriad of new features, dealer installed accessories and packages to increase sales. While most people mind much about the outward appearance and performance of a car, they don’t put much emphasis on the interiors. Considering the amount of time you will be spending inside…
These are unprecedented and unpredictable times. Here at BSCB I will continue to provide you with the most up-to-date automotive sales data information, including forecasts of COVID-19 market impacts when I deem the estimates to be reliable. As a 100% online company, our day-to-day operations thankfully remain unaffected by government…
That's a lot of kangaroos... Last October we took the Hyundai i30 on a spin to see if it was up to the fight against its main target, the Toyota Corolla of which we tested the hybrid variant in February 2019. The result: we thought it was, in the sense that…
Like any car lover, you probably have that one extra ride parked in the garage collecting dust. With spring cleaning approaching, it might be time to think about finally saying goodbye to your old love. Scrap cars make up a huge sector of the vehicle economy. Each year in the…
Selling one of your favorite and most faithful cars can always feel like a difficult task. With so many memories with your motor, you’re going to want a very good price to compensate for the regret you feel selling your prized vehicle. In this article, you’ll learn how to get…
Purchasing a car is a rewarding experience, but there are many things to consider when you are looking into purchasing a used car. There are approximately 40 million used vehicles sold in the US every year. For many years, the used vehicle market has had a somewhat mixed response because…
For people who don’t have enough financial resources to buy a Kia upfront, car lease deals can be a godsend. This auto financing scheme allows you to rent a Kia or any other type of car from a particular dealership for a certain period of time or amount of miles.…
Before you proceed to book test drives, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with the different car models available. There’s more to a vehicle than just looks, shapes, and vague specifications. A mistake here means being stuck with a car that you may not like for numerous reasons. The following is…
