NAAA's Member Auctions Report $86.9 Billion in Vehicle Sales for 2006
FREDERICK, MD – The 10th annual auction industry survey released by the National Auto Auction Association, Inc. (NAAA) pegs sales of used vehicles at NAAA member auctions at 9.5 million units valued at $86.9 billion.
FREDERICK, MD – The 10th annual auction industry survey released by the National Auto Auction Association, Inc. (NAAA) pegs sales of used vehicles at NAAA member auctions at 9.5 million units valued at $86.9 billion. This information is based on the 10th annual auction industry survey completed by LarsonAllen of Arlington, Va., on behalf of the NAAA. Two hundred thirty-six NAAA member auctions responded to the survey, representing a 78-percent response rate for North American member auctions. The auction industry survey reported that during 2006, of the 16.3 million vehicles entered by NAAA’s North American auction members, 9.5 million vehicles were sold (58.3 percent). The study also reported that 30.1 percent of all North American vehicles sold were fleet/lease and repo vehicles; 50.9 percent were dealer-consigned vehicles; 16.4 percent were factory vehicles; and 2.6 percent were from other sources. The survey reflects a continuing wholesale auction industry trend toward full-service auction facilities. The majority of North American auctions offer detail shops (99.2 percent) and transportation services (100 percent), either in-house or sublet. Most auctions offer body repair and paint shops (86.4 percent), some level of mechanical services (94.4 percent), and dealer financing (94.4 percent).
More Remarketing

Used Vehicle Prices Climb Higher As Sales Pace Slows
The higher prices at used retail reflect strong wholesale values earlier in the spring, particularly for older, more affordable vehicles.
Read More →
Wholesale Used Vehicle Market Sustains Moderate Rise In Values, Prices
Trends continue to normalize after a strong start to the year, as consumers contend with higher gas prices in the coming summer months.
Read More →
Commercial Fleet Sales Still Lead Sectors Despite May Mini Dip
The U.S. economy's continued growth and positive business investment are creating a favorable environment for fleet vehicle demand.
Read More →
How Connected Vehicle Data Is Lifting Fleet Resale Values
A vehicle health score could improve the value of fleet vehicles at remarketing. The path to a universal standard is forming, and fleets that understand the process early will be better positioned when it arrives.
Read More →
Wholesale Used Vehicle Prices Slightly Up In April
The Iranian conflict and rising gas prices inject much uncertainty into the future wholesale used vehicle markets, as higher gas prices soak up spendable income from vehicle buyers.
Read More →
CAR2026: James McKinley Wins Value Champion of the Year
James McKinley of City Rent a Truck was named the inaugural Fleet Value Champion at the CAR Conference for his data-driven approach to fleet lifecycle management and vehicle remarketing.
Read More →
CAR2026: Eric Autenrieth Wins Remarketer of the Year
Eric Autenrieth was recognized at this year's CAR Conference as the Remarketer of the Year.
Read More →
CAR2026: Lawrence Knapp Wins Consignor of the Year
Lawrence Knapp won the Cosigner of the Year award at this year's CAR Conference.
Read More →
2026 CAR Awards Celebrate Industry Excellence
CAR’s annual Fleet Remarketing Awards opened a reimagined 2026 conference designed to bridge the worlds of fleet management and automotive remarketing.
Read More →
Inside the CAR2026 Awards: Leaders, Legacy & What’s Next
Here's a look inside the awards ceremony at the CAR Conference, where industry leaders reflected on the growth, impact, and future of automotive remarketing.
Read More →