North Carolina drivers in Lease End's dataset from 2025 through 2026 year-to-date carry nearly $1,800 in median equity, pay well below the national new-lease average, and finance at rates meaningfully below the national average. The vehicle list reflects a state that's simultaneously a Sun Belt growth market and a popular outdoor destination.

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