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We’re used to seeing the same links appear at the top of \u00a0Google\u00a0searches but one size does not fit all in AI search.<\/p>\n

Our data shows the sources LLMs are citing and trust change depending on what the buyer asks.<\/p>\n

Practicality and reliability: YouTube<\/a> is the 2nd most cited source, while Reddit, Inc.<\/a> advice sits at 4th<\/p>\n

Electric Vehicles: Reddit drops to 13th, and specialist automotive media titles dominate the Top 10<\/p>\n

Value and budget: Five automotive marketplaces dominate the citation rankings<\/p>\n

This is the data from this week. AI search is volatile, which is why real-time monitoring is the only way to stay ahead and understand how and where customers are seeing your brand.<\/p>\n

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