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Imagine spending weeks hunting for a classic car. You find one listed for $20,000, negotiate hard, and walk away with it for $15,000 cash. On
Auto tariffs have changed more than new car sticker prices. Used car values, repair costs, ACV calculations, and diminished value claims are all being affected. Here is what vehicle owners need to understand in 2026.
Used vehicle depreciation returned to near-normal rates in 2026, but values remain structurally elevated and the market is fragmenting by segment. Here’s what the data means for your car’s value, your insurance settlement, and why a generic estimate is more likely than ever to leave money on the table.
