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In 2023, the Houston auto market showcased resilience and growth, marking it as the 4th best year in new vehicle sales since tracking began, with an impressive 356,437 vehicles sold. As we navigate the intricacies of the market, the report below offers insights into retail market share dynamics, average sales prices, and vehicle sales […]

In an exhilarating showcase of automotive talent, the Marshall Center for Advanced Careers of Alief ISD has emerged victorious as the winners of the highly competitive Student Automotive Tech Competition, earning the honor of representing their school at the North Texas Automobile Dealers Auto Tech Competition 2023 at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth […]

Navigating the Curvy Road Ahead by Joe Chastang, Chastang Ford As we find ourselves midway through 2023, it’s time to take stock of where we stand in the ever-evolving automotive industry landscape. After a thunderous first quarter, the vehicle market in Houston appears to be finding its equilibrium, albeit with a few twists and […]

Q2- 2023 Total & Retail Sales in Houston Were Up Compared To Q1-2023 & Q2-2022. InfoNation says, “After a roaring first quarter in 2023, the vehicle market in Houston looks to be settling…somewhat. Total sales are still red hot for Q2, buoyed by strong fleet sales. Average Retail Price has cooled a bit after […]

Chairman’s Column: Joe Chastang, Chastang Ford When the first quarter sales report for the Houston Region arrived from InfoNation, Inc., I couldn’t help but wonder if the Roaring 20’s had made a comeback. The numbers were undeniably impressive, with total sales reaching 92,749 units in Q1-2023 compared to 73,011 units in Q4-2022 and 70,491 […]

Brittany Bastian, Sr. Measurement & Insights Analyst at Effectv Multiscreen TV is an effective tool for engaging audiences, building brand awareness, and increasing customer lifetime value. A recent study called TV Makes Memories shows that respondents found automotive ads to be 44% more relevant and were 31% more engaged when viewed on multiscreen TV. […]

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Q2- 2023 Total & Retail Sales in Houston Were Up Compared To Q4-2022 & Q1-2023. InfoNation says, “The roaring 20’s have arrived!” Not since Q3-2015 have total vehicle sales for the Houston region been stronger. The Houston region even outsold national sales during the last three years and finally, national sales are also on […]

You know your sales numbers as of right now, but do you know your competitors? Do you know where they are gaining share? Or which models/segments are trending in your target geography today? Do you know where other OEMs are selling or where it’s best to conquest specific models?   Effectv’s partnership with AUTOLFYTE EDGE […]

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By. Joe Chastang, HADA Chairman It’s been a decade since I first served as HADA Chairman, and a lot has changed since then. But what hasn’t changed is the high honor to serve one of the best, most effective dealer associations in the county. Thank you. As I take the reins, we are coming […]