The short version: [One-sentence summary — e.g. "Cat A eased slightly while Cat B held firm, keeping the two mass-market categories unusually close together."]
What moved
- Cat A (cars up to 1,600cc / 130bhp): [up/down $X,XXX vs last round — one line on why, e.g. steady quota, EV inflow].
- Cat B (bigger / more powerful cars): [movement + one line].
- Cat E (open): [movement + one line — E often signals where B is heading].
- Cat C & D (commercial & bikes): [brief note].
What's driving it
[2–3 sentences of plain-English context: quota changes this quarter, dealer bidding behaviour, any big launches, EEAI/EV effects. Keep it factual and neutral — no price predictions.]
What it means if you're buying soon
[2–3 sentences of practical takeaway. E.g. "If your current COE runs past 2028, there's little urgency this cycle. If you're deciding between a Cat A and Cat B car, the narrow gap this round means the bigger car costs less premium than usual to step up to."]
Tell me your target car and timeline — I'll give you a straight read on the COE cycle for your situation.
Figures from LTA published bidding results. This is general commentary, not financial advice.