General Motors reports strong vehicle sales amid wartime price increases

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Despite the U.S.-Iran war driving up costs, General Motors reported that buyers are still purchasing pricier vehicles.  

CNBC reported the average cost of its vehicles purchased sits around $52,000. This is for the first quarter of 2026, and that average transaction is similar to the same time period in 2025.  

According to Cox Automotive, the average transaction cost of a vehicle in March 2026 across the industry was $49,275. 

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