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The used vehicle market rises 6.1% in August driven by younger models
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The used vehicle market rises 6.1% in August driven by younger models

El Periódico Mediterráneo - General8 September 2026 at 09:24

The used vehicle market grew 6.1% in August 2026 compared to the same period last year, totaling 180,281 operations between passenger cars and light commercial vehicles. The increase was identical in both segments analyzed. Second-hand passenger cars reached 155,532 transfers, while used vans accounted for 24,749 units. The growth was driven by younger models.

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