Why do people overpay for used cars with mileage just below round numbers?
Source: Times of India
Category: Science
Region: General
Published: October 26, 2026 at 14:36
📝 Summary
A recent study showed that used car dealers profit from mileage readings just under round-number thresholds. The researchers analyzed millions of transactions to determine pricing impacts of left-digit bias. Buyers often overlook minor differences in mileage, focusing instead on the first digit. This inattention allows dealers to charge more for cars that appear to be better value.