With consumer concerns about rising car prices mounting, automakers are showing off several affordable models that start under $35,000 at the 2026 New York Auto Show. The annual New York City car confab is taking place as the average price of a new car reached $49,353 in February 2026, which is the most recent data available, according to Cox Automotive. The figure was up 3.4% from February 2025.
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