The recent shortage of semiconductor chips has been a huge issue for the tech industry. Auto manufacturers have been hit the hardest by this leading to the supply chain and production being stalled. With demand of electronic devices at an all time high, chip manufacturers have struggled to catch up with demand.
Why the chip shortage has led to less Nissan inventory at your Indianapolis Nissan dealer
Semiconductors are central to chips and circuit boards. In cars, they help run everything from infotainment systems to backup cameras. A global shortage of semiconductor chips has forced auto manufacturers to cut back on production and prioritize key features of vehicles over extras.
Auto industry experts believe the supply shortage may impact the industry for as long as two years; while consumers are seeing this now with dealerships having limited inventory, this may be the trend through 2022.
Is the automotive industry being prioritized?
Lockdowns caused factories to close and led to decreased chip production. Semiconductor chips are heavily utilized by the makers of personal electronics, another industry that has witnessed a huge jump in demand. Chip producers have been left trying to increase their production while car makers, computing, and phone manufacturers have fought to get their hands on more semiconductor chips.
What does this mean when buying a car in Indianapolis, IN?
While the global shortage of semiconductor chips has limited options for car buyers, our team at Ed Martin Nissan is ready to help. Browse our available inventory on our site. Don’t see the vehicle you’re interested in? Use our Find My Car form and a member of our team will reach out to you. We want to make sure that you’re able to get the vehicle you want so swing by and see at Ed Martin Nissan in Indianapolis, IN for your next vehicle.
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