Our favorite car trends
Learn about the most interesting car trends we’ve seen.
What Are the Most Popular Car Colors?
This article reveals the most and least popular car colors nationwide, based on CarMax sales data. Explore the best-selling cars by color, best-selling colors by body type, and the state where each color is most popular.
Trends
Wed, Feb 20, 2019
The Most (and Least) Popular Places for Driving Hybrids/EVs in America
Whether you drive a hybrid or an electric vehicle, CarMax sales data reveals growing trends toward green-conscious car buying. Hybrid/EV customers are looking for more practicality by burning less fuel on their daily commutes. Popular cars include Toyota hybrid cars, Honda hybrid cars, and plug-in hybrid cars.
Trends
Tue, Jan 29, 2019
Which Car Brands Have the Oldest (and Youngest) Buyers?
At CarMax, we’ve helped millions of customers sell and purchase their cars over the years. In this article, we share which car brands and vehicle types have the oldest and youngest buyers, using our sales data from January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017.
Trends
Fri, Aug 17, 2018
Which Car Brands Have the Most (and Least) Loyal Owners?
At CarMax, we’ve helped millions of customers sell and purchase their cars over the years. In this article, we share which brands have the most loyal followings, based on comparing customers’ purchases with customers’ trade-ins, from January 1 through December 31.
Trends
Thu, Jul 12, 2018
40 Refreshed or Updated Cars for 2017
Henry Ford once famously told customers that his Model T came in any color they wanted, so long as that color was black. That was over 100 years ago. Today, the vehicles available to us come in a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes, with a profusion of available options and features. Whether you're shopping for a quality used vehicle, or you want to take the plunge with a new car, 2017 is a great time to see what's available.
Trends
Fri, Jan 20, 2017