| Date | Title | | | 11/13/09 | CarMax Reports Top Ten Searched Vehicle Features on carmax.com| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 13, 2009--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) the nation’s largest retailer of used
cars, reports the top ten vehicle features searched for on carmax.com
in October. Leather seats top the list as the most desired feature among
carmax.com consumers.
“Car shoppers often know the vehicle options that are most important to
them, but with so many choices, sometimes they may not know which
features are... |
|  | | 11/02/09 | Price and Reliability Are Top Factors for Women Car Shoppers, According to CarMax Survey|
Space Ranks High with Moms
RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 2, 2009--
When choosing a car to buy, more than 60 percent of women selected price
and reliability as the most important factors, according to a recent
survey conducted for CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX), the nation’s largest
retailer of used
cars. Space was noticeably more important for women with children
under age eighteen.
A majority of respondents ch... |
| | | 10/14/09 | CarMax Says Online Searches for Sports Cars Have Increased| Ford Mustang Grabs Top Spot for Car Searches on Carmax.com RICHMOND, Va., Oct 14, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Online searches for sports cars on carmax.com have increased since
August, reports CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation's largest retailer
of used
cars. According to carmax.com, online searches for sports
cars increased six percent in September from the previous month.
The most searched car on carmax.com
for the month of September was the popular ... |
| | | 10/13/09 | Career Changes and Children Likely to Prompt Women to Purchase a Car, According to CarMax Survey| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 13, 2009--
For women, purchasing a car can often be triggered by major life events,
particularly changes in employment and family, according to a recent
survey conducted for CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest
retailer of used
cars.
Sixty percent of women surveyed indicated that a change in their career,
whether it was a new job (37 percent) or retirement (23 percent), would
... |
| | | 09/28/09 | Buying a Car is a Hassle for Women|
Quick Transaction and Fair Price, Among Most Lacking in Recent CarMax
Poll
RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 28, 2009--
Buying a car is a hassle for women, according to a recent poll conducted
for CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used
cars. When asked about their last car buying experience, a fourth of
the women who responded felt a quick and effortless transaction was most
missing, according to a n... |
| | | 09/25/09 | CarMax Advises How to Avoid Flood-Damaged Cars| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 25, 2009--
In the wake of recent flooding, CarMax, Inc., (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s
largest retailer of used
cars, is advising consumers on how to avoid purchasing flood-damaged
vehicles.
“Consumers should be aware that some businesses and individuals may try
to sell salvaged and flood-damaged cars without revealing the vehicle
history,” said Jason Day, Atlanta region vice preside... |
| | | 09/22/09 | CarMax Reports Record Quarterly Earnings| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 22, 2009--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) today reported results for the second quarter
ended August 31, 2009.
Net sales and operating revenues increased 13% to $2.08 billion from
$1.84 billion in the second quarter of last year.
Comparable store used unit sales increased 8% for the quarter.
Total used unit sales rose 10% in the second quarter.
... |
| | | 09/14/09 | CarMax Receives Perfect Score on Corporate Equality Index|
Used Car Retailer Recognized for Commitment to Equality Second
Consecutive Year
RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 14, 2009--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used
cars, has achieved a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign
(HRC) Foundation’s annual Corporate Equality Index (CEI). The CEI
measures workplace equality for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and
transgender (LGBT) community. As part of ... |
| | | 09/08/09 | CarMax Announces Details of Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 8, 2009--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) today announced details of its investor
conference call to be conducted in conjunction with the release of sales
and earnings for the second fiscal quarter ended August 31, 2009.
What:
Second Fiscal Quarter Earnings Conference Call.
... |
| | | 08/13/09 | CarMax Reports Black Most Popular Car Color in Online Searches| RICHMOND, Va., Aug 13, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX), the nation's largest retailer of used
cars, reports that black remains the most popular color for used
vehicle searches conducted on carmax.com.
This mirrors a similar account from February 2008 when black was first
reported to be the most popular vehicle color search choice.
Used car shopper's top five color choices in July were:
Color Choice July 2009
Black
... |
| | | 07/20/09 | Mileage is Seen as the Top Reason for a Car's Depreciation over Accident Damage According to Survey for CarMax| RICHMOND, Va., Jul 20, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Americans see mileage
as the main factor when it comes to causing a car's value to depreciate,
according to an online survey conducted for CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX), the
nation's largest retailer of used
cars. Frame damage and not keeping up with regular maintenance were
other major factors, according to the survey. Additionally, women were
more likely than men to say failing to keep up with regular main... |
| | | 07/14/09 | CarMax Completes $500 Million Securitization of Auto Loan Receivables| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 14, 2009--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) announced today that it has completed a private
placement of $490 million principal amount of CarMax Auto Owner Trust
2009-A Asset-Backed Notes. J.P. Morgan Securities Inc. acted as advisor
on the transaction.
In the transaction, investors purchased $490 million of notes backed by
auto loan receivables originated by CarMax Auto Finance. The ratings of
the not... |
| | | 07/13/09 | CarMax Reports Increased Online Searches for Hybrid and Diesel Vehicles as Consumers Hit the Road This Summer| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 13, 2009--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used
cars, reports that searches on carmax.com
for hybrid vehicles has risen four percent in June over May while diesel
vehicle searches rose seven percent over the same time period. Visits to
the Fuel
Economy section of carmax.com have risen 17 percent over May as
consumers look for ways to improve their gas mileage.
... |
| | | 06/19/09 | CarMax Reports First Quarter Results| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 19, 2009--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) today reported results for the first quarter
ended May 31, 2009.
Net sales and operating revenues decreased 17% to $1.83 billion from
$2.21 billion in the first quarter of last year.
Comparable store used unit sales declined 17% for the quarter.
Total used unit sales decreased 13% in the first quarter.
... |
| | | 06/08/09 | CarMax Makes Finding a Crossover Vehicle on carmax.com as Easy as a Click of the Mouse| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 8, 2009--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used
cars, added the crossover
vehicle type in mid-April as a specific searchable term on carmax.com.
Clicks to the new vehicle type have increased during its first month of
availability. Crossovers are vehicles that combine the utility and space
of an SUV or minivan with the drive and handling ease of a sedan.
Crossovers often have ... |
| | | 06/03/09 | CarMax Announces Webcast Information for Upcoming Events| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 3, 2009--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) announced today the webcast and/or conference
call access information for upcoming events.
June 19, 2009 – First Quarter Fiscal
2010 Earnings Conference Call.
On June 19, CarMax will release sales and earnings for the first quarter
ended May 31, 2009, and will host a conference call for investors at
9:00 a.m. ET. Investors may access the call as fo... |
| | | 06/01/09 | CarMax Kicks off Month-Long Volunteer Efforts Across The United States| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 1, 2009--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used
cars, today kicks off volunteer efforts across the United States to
support the communities
where our associates live and work. During June, hundreds of CarMax
associates are volunteering in teams for non-profit organizations, such
as Boys and Girls Clubs, Special Olympics and Habitat for Humanity.
More than 50 volunteer teams ... |
| | | 05/26/09 | Practicality and Basic Transportation Needs Reflect Today's Car Drivers, According to Survey| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May. 26, 2009--
Practical vehicles that provide basic transportation are the way drivers
in today’s economy view their cars, according to an online survey
conducted for CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used
cars.
The overwhelming choice when asked: Thinking about your car, would you
say that it…was “gets me from point A to point B,” with 71 percent of
... |
| | | 05/14/09 | CarMax Says Online Searches for Sports Cars in April Zoomed in Popularity| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May. 14, 2009--
Online searches for sports cars on carmax.com have been steadily
increasing since January reports CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX), the nation’s
largest retailer of used
cars. According to carmax.com, car shoppers searching online for sports
cars increased six percent in April from the previous month. Online
sports car searches are up eight percent over January’s figures.
The No. 1 s... |
| | | 04/20/09 | As the Weather Warms, Searches for Convertibles Heat Up| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 20, 2009--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used
cars, reports that searches for convertibles and used cars with
sunroofs increased on carmax.com
in March. According to carmax.com, searches for convertibles
were up 28 percent since December. Searches for used cars with sunroofs
during the same time period had a 15 percent increase. Warmer weather
means car shoppers’ tho... |
| | | 04/16/09 | CarMax Provides Tips to "Spring" Your Car into Shape| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 16, 2009--
Is your car tired of the winter blues? With a little love and tender
care, your ride can be ready for spring in no time. CarMax, Inc.
(NYSE:KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, and its master
technicians, offer advice on how to spruce up your car for spring during
National Car Care month.
“Spring is one of the most critical times for vehicle maintenance,” said
... |
| | | 04/15/09 | CarMax Urges Congress to Include Used Vehicles in Cash for Clunkers Legislation| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 15, 2009--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, is
urging Congress to include used vehicles in the “Cash for Clunkers”
legislative proposals. By including used vehicles, this legislation is
better positioned to promote fuel efficiency, save jobs, and help more
Americans afford a car. One legislative proposal that does include used
cars is S. 247, sponsored by Sena... |
| | | 04/02/09 | CarMax Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2009 Results| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 2, 2009--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) today reported results for the fourth quarter
and fiscal year ended February 28, 2009.
Total sales decreased 28% to $1.47 billion from $2.04 billion in the
fourth quarter of fiscal 2008. For the fiscal year, total sales
decreased 15% to $6.97 billion from $8.20 billion in fiscal 2008.
Comparable store used unit sales declined 26% for the f... |
| | | 03/24/09 | Let CarMax Do the Online Car Shopping for You| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 24, 2009--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used
cars, announces the new Email Alert feature on carmax.com.
This option provides customers with more control and flexibility during
their online car shopping experience. The new feature allows customers
to receive emails when specific vehicles they are searching for become
available in the
CarMax inventory. Consumers can receive... |
| | | 03/20/09 | CarMax Announces Webcast Information for Year End Earnings and Upcoming Conferences| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 20, 2009--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) announced today the webcast and/or conference
call access information for upcoming events.
April 2, 2009 – CarMax Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2009 Earnings
Conference Call.
CarMax will release its financial results for the fourth quarter and
fiscal year ended February 28, 2009, and will host a conference call for
investors at 9:00 a.m. ET. Investors... |
| | | 02/19/09 | Affordability and Quality Are Top Factors for Today's Car Shoppers, According to Survey| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 19, 2009--
Given the current economic conditions, affordability and quality were
chosen as the two most important factors driving the majority of vehicle
purchases in a recent survey conducted for CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX), the
nation's largest retailer of used
cars.
When given one choice, fifty-six percent of those surveyed chose
affordability as the most important consideration in their next vehic... |
| | | 02/12/09 | CarMax Named to Training Magazine's Top 125| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 12, 2009--
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used
cars, has been named for the second consecutive year to Training
magazine’s Training Top 125. CarMax came in this year at number
fifty-seven. The company made its debut on the prestigious list last
year.
Training magazine, the training industry’s premiere publication,
annually selects 125 organizations that... |
| | | 02/03/09 | Top Car Buyer Regret is Overpaying for a New Car That Depreciated, According to Survey| RICHMOND, Va., Feb 03, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Paying too much for a new car that depreciated is a top regret of many
car buyers, according to a recent survey conducted for CarMax, Inc.
(NYSE:KMX), the nation's largest retailer of used
cars.
Twenty-six percent of those surveyed who had purchased a car believe
they overpaid for a new car, while 22 percent of purchasers admitted to
not doing enough research
when buying a vehicle. Another bad decisio... |
| | | 01/22/09 | CarMax Named One of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" by FORTUNE Magazine for the Fifth Straight Year| RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 22, 2009--CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX), the nation's largest retailer of used cars, has
been named by FORTUNE magazine as one of its 2009 "100 Best Companies to
Work For." This is the fifth consecutive year CarMax
has been named to the list. CarMax ranks No. 31 on the list for 2009.
The list and related stories will appear in the February 2 issue of
FORTUNE, available on newsstands January 26, 2009 and at www.fortun... |
| | | 01/20/09 | CarMax Launches New Advanced Search Tool| Advanced Search Offers New Way to Search CarMax's Thousands of Vehicles Online
RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 20, 2009--CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX), the nation's largest retailer of used
cars, recently announced the availability of an Advanced Search tool
on carmax.com.
The new, optional Advanced Search is for the car shopper who wants to
enter multiple criteria into one search right from the start. For
example, a shopper can select any combination of ... |
| | | 01/06/09 | CarMax Announces Webcast Information for Upcoming Conference| RICHMOND, Va., Jan 06, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) announced today that Katharine W. Kenny,
Assistant Vice President of Investor Relations, will present at the
Cowen and Company's 7th Annual Consumer Conference in New
York on Monday, January 12, 2009. The presentation will begin at 10:30
a.m. ET. A live webcast of the presentation will be available on the
company's investor information homepage at http://investor.carmax.com.
The... |
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