depreciation-tracker

Analyze vehicle depreciation trajectories using historical sold data and MSRP baselines.

4|1|Updated Mar 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/MarketcheckHub/marketcheck-cowork-plugin --skill depreciation-tracker
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: depreciation-tracker
Source: https://github.com/MarketcheckHub/marketcheck-cowork-plugin/tree/main/skills/depreciation-tracker
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MarketcheckHub/marketcheck-cowork-plugin --skill depreciation-tracker

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Analyze depreciation trajectories of vehicles to inform residual value forecasts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Segment-level depreciation analysis comparing EV vs ICE, SUV vs Sedan, and geographic markets.
  • Make/Model depreciation curves with current and historical data, MSRP parity, and active market pricing.
  • Brand residual ranking and geographic depreciation variance to optimize risk and pricing decisions.
  • MSRP parity tracking for new-vehicle pricing strategies and incentive effectiveness.

Quick Start

Ask for the current depreciation trend for a make/model and timeframe to generate a retention curve

Frequently Asked Questions about depreciation-tracker

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I forecast vehicle residual value using historical depreciation data?

Forecast vehicle residual value by analyzing historical sold data, MSRP baselines, and current market prices to construct make/model depreciation curves. This process calculates retention rates across body-type segments and regional markets to inform pricing decisions.

What is the depreciation difference between EV vs ICE vehicles?

EV vs ICE depreciation differences are analyzed by comparing segment-level retention trajectories using historical sold data. This tracks how electric vehicles lose value relative to internal combustion engines across different geographic markets and timeframes.

How do I generate a retention curve for a specific make and model?

Generate a retention curve by requesting the current depreciation trend for a specific make/model and timeframe. The workflow retrieves historical data, applies MSRP baselines and current market prices, and calculates the vehicle's depreciation rate over the selected period.

Can I track MSRP parity for new-vehicle pricing strategies?

Track MSRP parity by comparing manufacturer suggested retail prices against active market pricing. This analysis evaluates new-vehicle pricing strategies and incentive effectiveness by monitoring the gap between baseline MSRP and current transaction prices.

Does geographic depreciation variance affect auto portfolio risk?

Geographic depreciation variance directly affects auto portfolio risk by highlighting regional differences in vehicle retention rates. Analyzing this variance alongside brand residual rankings helps optimize risk exposure and adjust pricing decisions for specific markets.

What is the best way to compare brand residual rankings across body-type segments?

Compare brand residual rankings by segmenting depreciation data across body types like SUV vs Sedan. This approach uses historical sold data and current market prices to rank brands by retention strength, optimizing portfolio allocation and risk assessment.