CAR DEALERS WON'T SURVIVE THIS! Latest NEWS SHOCKS The Car Market!

[@chrispapanastasopoulos9192]

I'm much happier finding good used cars and doing the needed repairs on my own. You really don't have any info on the new cars and how long they will last but it exists for ones that have been out there 5 to 10 years at least. The worst part of buying new is that the depreciation is so large. So buying used seems smart, but you have to worry if the original owners took care of them or not, so there is a risk there. Great channel, thanks for the content.

[@terryhutchinson9094]

Too much "technology" packed into the new vehicles. Offers little in long term benefit, creates near and far term problems, and drives the price to the moon. We need a manufacturer who will just deliver a basic, reliable vehicle. This is why you see the 2024 4runner flying off the lots - quality at a good price. You can keep the 14 inch info screens and give me real knobs and buttons.

[@moondra3481]

Exactly this❤.

[@obesetuna3164]

Simple, straight forward cars that people can afford, and might actually want to own.

[@michaelwoodcock2323]

Well stated. I would love an updated 1993 Tacoma RWD or AWD with a simple diesel and a stick. The info screen is not really expensive for car makers. Simple knobs and simple features, an actual key, hand brake (simple no electronics), designed along the lines of the old Toyota. Remember the Toyota pickup that Top Gear tried to destroy. That should be the goal. I bet a solid vehicle without chips and the potential to repair yourself would be very popular.

[@ZyllAvatar]

Technology should be in these vehicles, as it gets cheaper as time goes by.

[@obesetuna3164]

@@ZyllAvatar Overly convoluted tech, regardless of price, does not equate to reliability and a long term ownership proposition.

[@Spaethon]

When my car started requiring new parts, I opted to fix myself rather than get another. My 99 Mirage cost $1,100 in 2015, it's currently at 237K miles, still going strong as my daily driver, and probably the smartest investment I've made. Even better, the value appreciated 28% since buying it in 2015. I'll drive 90s manual cars for the rest of my life.

[@michaelw6277]

Yeah but these cars are getting harder and harder to find in acceptable condition.

[@rvflex1934]

The EV car market is the biggest scam forced on the consumer.

[@ECPP]

Yes and driven by one of the richest corporations

[@chrispapanastasopoulos9192]

I don't think so. Nobody is forced to buy one.

[@mikythesaint6507]

@@chrispapanastasopoulos9192 They would sell very few if not for all the incentives and tax brakes given by the government, if it was organic growth it would fail. even forced not everyone like then , and few can afford them. people still need cars, companies are pushed to give them out as company cars , mobility, the list goes on. and inflation has driven prices up , and cars are just way to expensive for an average family. 😞

[@scottferris6309]

Agree. EVs are a hoax. That’s why they’re not selling. People aren’t interested in a giant paper weight.

[@MikeHawkNBahlz]

Did someone force me to buy a hybrid? Or did I make an informed decision that gas prices get higher and higher, but I didn’t want range anxiety with an EV? Yeah, who am I to think that I was using my brain.🤷🏻‍♂️

[@robertfelix8051]

As a former owner of two Mercedes E clas. Definitely the quality went to the drain no more MB for me

[@sunshine8556]

MB is run by accountants and stopped being a engineering company long time ago. The chase for short term profit will bite them in the back.

[@MikeHawkNBahlz]

@@sunshine8556you basically described stellantis 🤣

[@sjwatzek1]

In 1960, if you couldn't afford an Impala, you could get a Bel Air or Biscayne. That the strategy car builders need to do today.

[@is4life862]

Great video! Keeping my 2010 Lexus IS350 RWD for long as possible 205k miles and still strong. Happy Holidays!! ❣️

[@notathome13]

Australia and New Zealand market- they also lack service and quality, what’s sad is ambulances are using merc vans and a lot of them are spent offline awaiting failing with quality issues…… bmw and vw are not far behind for quality!

[@dgriffin6074]

My "newest" car is a 2007 Honda. My oldest? A 1972. I'll keep 'em. Have Auto dealerships lost touch with reality? How many families have close to $100 K for a vehicle? Even if one can afford it, why purchase a DEPRECIATING asset?

[@obesetuna3164]

Merry Christmas to my Canadian and American friends.

[@breakoutpete210]

👍🎄🇨🇦✌️🎅

[@ECPP]

Merry Christmas

[@drummer0701]

Merry Christmas! I really enjoy your videos! 🇨🇦 🇺🇸

[@ECPP]

Merry Christmas and hope you have a wonderful holiday.

[@searlearnold2867]

Consumers no longer have the stomach for overpriced luxury brands that aren't as mechanically reliable as the past yet retain a massive kick to the groin in depreciation...

[@ECPP]

Yes they can keep that unreliable crap

[@michaelw6277]

You can get a Maverick for A LOT less than $50k, it’s still an affordable little pickup as long as you don’t check every single option box. It’s the same way with cars like the Civic, Corolla, and Sentra… you can get them over $30k where they hardly make sense but they’re available for a lot less.

[@ZyllAvatar]

20 years ago you could buy a small truck cheaper then a car.

[@michaelw6277]

Right but you were getting a base single cab Ford Ranger with zero options. You can get a Maverick for the price of a top spec Corolla but again… base model with zero options. The ones he looked at here were at the top of the range.

[@seethingsclearlyawaken3424]

I agree with this man's opinion. These car manufacturers having been badly ripping off consumers for a few years now. They are JUNK! Plastic door hinges on FORDS, doesn't surprise me. Toyota with its garbage V6 engines in the Tundras, crappy 4-cylinder engines in the Tacomas with turbos....LOL! Garbage transmissions on the Tacomas too! I hope these trucks that these dealers are sitting on in their lots will turn to biodegradable planters! No government bail-outs either! You shall reap what you sew! KARMA-TOYOTA!

[@SteveMosetiAliyebarikiwa]

I really appreciate your honest take in this.. I share your sentiments!

[@ECPP]

Thank you

[@williamf.buckleyjr3227]

Car-lover all my life - 53 years old. I like this channel, Man. Juuuuust the right amount of energy without being over-the-top. Ya look like a younger, bigger, better-lookin' version of John Stossel - LoL (Just some friendly ribbing) SUBBED.

[@jimamizzi1]

Like you said, buyers of these cars like BMW & MB are catching on that there just not worth the money, owners will even tell you to sell just before the warranty expires, engines & transmissions are not what they used to be, I watch a channel where his garage only specifically work on BMW AUDI MERCEDES, you see cars in this shop a couple of years old have turbos and timing chains replaced, this garage has more work that he knows what to do with.

[@looking511]

I just dove by a Mercedes dealer been here over 20years and the parking lot full of SUV’s first time ever

[@MrJFunkSanchez]

Most of these brands were not selling in 2019. Yup before Covid and just sitting in parking lotos of new high rise buildings without tenants. The pandemic created an excuse to say it was chips or inventory shortages. Same time rentals or condos were not selling. I worked on building these new high rises. Dealers took advantage of those who would buy at higher prices. Saw a used 2022 RAV4 for $50k no thank you. This market needs a correction to level out costs.

[@vintagehaynesflute]

I own stock in the Mercedes Benz Group. The German Government and Deutsche Bank and Geely will never allow it to go under. I think that the CEO (who should never have been hired) Ola Kalenius will be fired probably by the first of the year.

[@briankerschke5306]

they deserve to go out of business. They are building complicated overengineered vehicles that are way too expensive. All of the automakers deserve to go under

[@kimnewling5728]

Very, very interesting. It will be interesting to see how all this shakes out with new vehicles. Im keeping my late model truck. Forget about new. Too expensive.

[@ECPP]

You and me both!

[@FDLrick]

My 2000 GMC Sierra 4x4 up here in Alaska with 126,000 miles still runs and looks like new.

[@donnelson9283]

Yeah, Don't Know, Why In The Hell, Would They Sacrifice & Risk The Manufacturers Going Out Of Business Or Taking On Big Loses. Like To Know How Do They Profit From Financial Lose, Maybe, They know They'll Get Bailed Out By The Federal Government. Nice Review ! 👍

[@Vincent-ke5zn]

Mercedes just opened a stealership about 4 miles away from my house and it doesn't belong in that area, that neighborhood can't afford Mercedes

[@wescam2958]

Just announced: Honda IS merging with Nissan. No more spectulation.

[@ECPP]

Yes but it is still somewhat uncertain as they sell a similar product. Stay tuned

[@MikeHawkNBahlz]

@@ECPP Honda/Nissan/Mitsubishi will likely be more similar to Toyota/Mazda/Subaru

[@hotdognobun]

I have a 2020 C63S with only 11500 miles and it sounds and feels like it’s falling apart with interior creaking and rattling and even my panel clips are popping out from my rocker panel

[@daledahlman9629]

Thanks for the info merry Christmas sir. Always enjoy your videos

[@danheiking5644]

Great video. Lots of good information. The beard looks great on you. Merry Christmas.

[@sjwatzek1]

I suggest VW, Skoda, Seat dealers 😊

[@sylviawelsh9518]

Mercedes was for another generation.

[@asdasx392]

I just bought a 2015 Lexus RC and I am really happy with it, but it is a niche car as a coupe that leans more toward really nice daily driver than performance sport car. Busying new, both the LC and RC are a bit pricey for what you get, which I think is necessary for Lexus to recoup the cost on such low sales volume. Used, they are hard to come buy. I am told the people who buy them never get rid of them. I don't intend to get rid of mine.

[@josephbukal9850]

Great video a very Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@zpatrickz81]

They're all overpriced substandard quality junk. Nobody's made a good quality vehicle since the 70's.

[@ECPP]

They are in the downside

[@yousefamed7753]

Pls. Mention it coast you a fortune to repair this car, you need a bank loan.

[@mdhair3728]

Just got my Jaguar Epace back from mechanic 5000 ! Was driving it and said service required! I have to get rid of and still owe a lot of money on it. Acura Honda Toyota, should I stay with the old tried and true or go with Tesla?

[@micanro]

Mercedes Benz USA relied on Autonation and they RUINED their reputation. They literally ran off all the traditional Mercedes enthusiasts and it's OVER. What a shame.

[@Vincent-ke5zn]

Again, I appreciate your informative videos Mark and Happy Holidays 😊 😃

[@philkipnis740]

For this past sixteen years I've driven a Genesis 3.8 (G-80) trouble free. It's been the best car I've had over 50 years. Anyway, it's time to replace it. I'd love a G 90 ote a G 80 electric... Suggestions

[@moondra3481]

And the 6th story...which I am sure you have heard by now...about the merger between Nissan Honda and Mitsubishi. Talk about car dealerships closing and the layoffs.(If this indeed goes through) I watched the live press release and they were speaking as if it was a done deal. SMH 🙄

[@DennisPerkins-r3u]

I am truly enjoying your high information videos. I am on the fence about purchasing a Land Rover Defender. I would like some idea about durability.

[@falconinflight6235]

UAW does not help sell cars and trucks.

[@deitresssmith8109]

Labor cost insurance cost medical cost went up for these companies so they have to raise their prices unless the make these cars overseas.

[@Apodictic1]

These automotive companies need to stop having California CARB dictating how they should build their cars that don't sale. The Guardian has reported on new research showing that in one year, a single large container ship can emit cancer and asthma-causing pollutants equivalent to that of 50 million cars. California only has approximately 35.7 million registered vehicles. Now think about how many tankers and container ships deliver just to California. We have the California air Resources board ( CARB or ARB ) makes rules about how much pollutants vehicles can emit, but compared to what big ships emit is a joke. These ships have no smog test and generate no revenue for California. With forest fires, volcanos and everything else dumping tons of toxins in the air, you would think we would all be dead.

[@romanmichaelhamilton8729]

Yes, it was both sides of the aisle in Washington that allowed Globalism to take root and now it's a cancer on the entire world. Just remember, the US Navy was built to protect America, but to simply protect American interests and the globalists that keep American politicians (demons) in power. That is, if you can believe it, it protects the shipping lanes just so that China can ship huge ships to Long Beach, CA and dump all of the stuff in America. Yes, that is correct...

[@JS-qj2sg]

if a person looking for a SUV like a 2022 Lexus RX 350 AWD or a 2022 Acura MDX as a expert with vehicles base on engine and transmission what would you choose.

[@rocinblues]

Not long ago 10 yrs ago car manufactures and dealers were still happy at the big 3 with making $10k per truck and slicing up that profit between the two. The average buyer felt good about getting $2500 or so off MSRP and affordable rates. No more, they are all greedy in EVERY element within the supply chain. White/Blue collar workers make WAY too much for what they contribute in the manufacturing process and dealers with their insane markups and "processing" fees. Also to dealers, we don't need popcorn and doughnuts or tripping over 4+ layers of "staff" to buy a vehicle in 2500 - 3000 sq foot sales floor space.

[@oraivan1]

I will never by an electric car EVER or hybrid . I will only by regular gas powered cars and noCVT transmission

[@frankiebflat5728]

It’s like you gotta buy a new car every three years or you’re gonna have problems too much technology

[@Ivo-zv2zm]

Cheap fix is swap with golf 2 1.6td motor.and then you have car so you can drive carefree

[@tobyray8700]

Driving my 2020 Model Y until I go through 2 batteries. Absolutely NOT interested in any new crap.

[@mikemartin181]

Keep jacking prices up. Tanked industry..

[@Vincent-ke5zn]

They were supposed to sell the Maverick for half that price

[@Vincent-ke5zn]

The last year I would buy a used vehicle is 2022 ,later than that is junk

[@Jetdoctor49]

Hate to hear about the Lexus LC 500

[@jaguar7051]

We need Cars for the people not for kings only. TESLA brings lots of new tech cars and prices affordable for the people.

[@ETM-md7cu]

I have my Consumer Reports car issue on my table. In it Mercedes best rated model is the GLS at 65.The Kia Telluride is rated at 84. Simple choice. I've had a Mercedes in the driveway since the early eighties with all the data since then. Mercedes decline started the 11th month of 1989. That was when they chose to take the forged wheels off and changed to cheap cast crap on their 300 series ( e class). The Best or Nothing was their moto. Well they're not the best so I guess they know what they are!!!!!!

[@edwinstupka3645]

Electric autos are disrupting the traditional mkt...

[@jaguar7051]

Nisan is joining Honda.

[@petervenema1443]

Modern cars have too many UNNECESSARY things built in and lacking RELIABILITY - and who needs these crazy crappy electric shit boxes on wheels - basic transport with reasonable prices and reliability is what consumers need - NOT overpriced road toys !!!!

[@senmcquire]

FORD= Found On Recall Dead

[@ECPP]

That’s classic

[@victorsong8416]

Witnessing the benefits of "sanctions". V. Orban of Hungary said in 2022 March that: Careful, "Sanctions are a double edged sword." Well, for the German manufacturers it was a quadruple edge, and ALL 4 edges chopped into EU/Germany's car industry - drawing rivers of blood... 1. They lost the huge used car market (Russia), so used cars are not as valuable in Germany as before, hindering trade-is. They can no longer export them to the East. Most people are/were unaware of this. BTW: BMW built a business plan on this. 2. NEW German cars are no longer exported to Russia; the Russians love(d) German cars. 3. Much higher fuel cost in the EU, therefore less driving, less wear, less new buys, and trade ins are not as valuable as before, due to the lost export market of Russia.. 4. Recession in Germany already, and deepening rapidly. Hence, no car buying by a public that is getting unemployed, or is in fear of the same. They have really screwed themselves - big time...

[@ECPP]

Some really great points and I agree. Unfortunately they put too many eggs in that basket and went in with complex, unreliable cars that fewer people are having interest in. Decking sales and unemployment on the rise means things are tough for them and the world .

[@Vincent-ke5zn]

I'll never get any ev or BMW products

[@olympbarca3313]

yes we know you hated the brand

[@Vincent-ke5zn]

I would love to have a Lexus

[@onlyme24]

Still like my 72fordpu, 64fairlane & 58buick special😊🤫😅😅😂😂🤣🤣."Big 8'es" all paid for years😂😂😂

[@ECPP]

Paid for is best

[@josediez2129]

ONE WORD BAILOUT IS COMING.

[@ECPP]

Well…..

[@mikefiell8103]

Another problem these huge OEMs is they get a lot, if not all of their tech like processing units from China. What's going to happen when Trump Tariffs hits these guys? Prices will skyrocket!

[@mikemartin181]

Keep investing in EV's. Tank your industry.

[@tbuddy3372]

God is GREAT, keep exposing these money hungry Monsters😂🤣😂🤣

[@it1988a]

Who can afford the average $50k purchase price in this hyperinflationary Obiden economy?

[@bruceyung70]

Can you do a show on a used Tesla 3 or Y model?

[@ECPP]

I can but I have a review as well over on six speed reviews

[@tbuddy3372]

2:00 sooooo yaw’s favorite car brand /🗣️STATUS SYMBOL brand going broke huh⁉️ the irony cause I always thought broke mfs bought them to look ric…nvmd

[@frankiebflat5728]

Damn

[@Whatchutalkingboutwillis]

👍🏿✊🏿

[@ECPP]

Cheers

[@yeshua-Political-Party]

🙏🏻🕊️🙏🏻

[@ECPP]

Cheers

[@martin4819]

What cost of living crisis? The inflation rate in the US is 2.7%. The long term historic average rate is 3.3%. Only YOY in 2022 was it 6.5% (not even high, ask the Lebanese :)). Any “living crisis” people are feeling is almost solely self induced with things like paying an average monthly car payment of $737. Restaurants are filled and every Starbucks drive thru is 5 deep nearly all day. People may be hurting but most don’t seem to be cutting back. I don’t think it’s a crisis when the average Joe isn’t able to spend 80k on a truck or on a Mercedes. This seems more like reality and the way it should be. It’s no secret MB lack quality and are expensive to repair…these cars should be leased. Automakers are selling over priced, tech laden, poor quality vehicles. People are either getting wise or financial reality is setting in?

[@amgsince2017]

I owned multiple Mercedes including 2 AMG lines. The quality has gone downhill and the price is too high. GT AMG go for $190k USD. It's insane. I remember when E63S could be purchased for $110k-$120k with V8 Biturbo. Even wealthy a$$holes like me think most luxury and exotic cars are overrated trash. BMW M is only car worth looking at currently.

[@brankomihaljevic706]

Hi Mark.tnx for all videos. always enjoying..is it possible to buy puckup truck in Alberta and bring in Ontario..i heard you guys paying only 5%tax..how much is shipping. apriciate. Merry Christmas and Happy new year 2025.🍻🙏💒🛻🎄🎸👏🥰

[@robthefixitguy7185]

When you go to Service Ontario to get plates they will charge you the 8% you "saved" on the vehicle. You gotta pay the man!

[@Ivo-zv2zm]

Kupiš mercedes124 i voziš dok si živ

[@ECPP]

Probably. As far as I know though they may still apply the other taxes such as PST or HST which ever province is buying