Car prices continue to rise. The biggest reason for this is the increasing dollar exchange rate and the taxes in our country. When this is the case, the citizens who turned to the second-hand market, unfortunately, could not find what they wanted here. However, the activity in the market continues due to needs and prices.
My car is one of the first names that come to mind when it comes to second-hand cars. com continues to keep the pulse of the market. Finally, the company investigated the behaviors and thoughts of vehicle owners in Turkey regarding the frequency and reasons for changing vehicles.
Average frequency of vehicle replacement 5 years
According to the research conducted in October with 637 participants, 29.2 percent of consumers state the frequency of changing their vehicles once in 5 years. 22.3 percent of the participants once a year, 18.8 percent several times a year, 13 percent once in 10 years, 9.6 percent several times in 5 years, 7.1 percent several times in 10 years He says he changed his car once. The most common reason for changing cars is “being bored”.
When respondents were asked how they describe themselves in terms of the frequency of vehicle changes, 59.2 percent of consumers say that they have not changed their vehicle for a long time. 40.8% of consumers state that they change their vehicle frequently. Accordingly, it can be said that consumers find it ideal to change a vehicle between 1 and 5 years.
When the research participants were asked why they changed their vehicle frequently, 39.5 percent of the participants said that they changed their vehicle frequently because they got bored with the same vehicle quickly. 20.5% of them say that they change their vehicle frequently because they want to try new models. 18.9 percent of consumers say that they change their vehicle frequently because the mileage will increase when they use the vehicle for a long time, and 6.8 percent do not want to deal with situations such as breakdowns and repairs.
The Consumer Wants to Use the Tool He Knows and Knows
The research participants who said that they used their vehicle for a long time were asked, “What is the reason for using your vehicle for a long time?” When asked the question, 54.9 percent of consumers say that they want to use the vehicle they know and recognize. 23.2% of the participants say that they will use their vehicle for a long time as the vehicle prices are constantly changing. 14.1% of the participants do not want to deal with vehicle purchase and sale transactions, 5.6 percent say they use their vehicle for a long time because it has sentimental value.
So what do you think about this subject? How long does it take to get bored of a car? You can share your views with us in the comments section.