The autonomous vehicle industry has certainly experienced some shifts over the past year. As of October 2022, Argo AI, the Ford-Volkswagen-backed self-driving startup, ceased operations in several cities, as a result of AV technology complexity and the massive amounts of resources required. However, the recent Consumer Electronics Show could hint at a promising future for […]
Immediate Insights: Vast Majority of U.S. Adults Aren’t Planning to Read Prince
After a lengthy leadup to its release – including numerous calls to pull the book entirely – Prince Harry’s hotly anticipated memoir “Spare” will be released worldwide on Tuesday. Some splashy early revelations were recently leaked to the press, like new wrinkles to his relationship with Prince William and details about his time served in […]
Nearly One-Quarter Plan to Return a Gift They Received This Holiday Season
As we shift into the new calendar year, the i’s are officially dotted, and t’s crossed on the 2022 holiday season. CivicScience previously examined holiday gifting trends in anticipation of another potentially record-setting season of gift returns. With the 2022 holiday season officially unwrapped, it’s time to revisit and see where things stand regarding gift […]
Latest Job Market Trends: 1 in 3 U.S. Workers Concerned About Layoffs, Even More...
According to the December jobs report released last week by the U.S. Labor Department, the job market is showing signs of cooling, but still ended the year on a strong note. Job additions (led by leisure and hospitality, healthcare, and construction) and the rate of declining unemployment exceeded expectations, which could also mean continued Fed […]
3 Things to Know: Fully Remote Workers Spend the Most Time on Hobbies but Remain...
Every week, CivicScience continually tracks current and anticipated consumer trends. Here are three key insights marketers should know this week: 1. 2023 will bring new hobbies for many Americans, especially those aged 18-34. The new year means taking on new hobbies for many Americans. The most recent CivicScience data show that 1-in-6 U.S. adults anticipate […]
5 Things You Didn’t Know About People Who Can’t Keep a Secret
How many Americans can keep a secret? The latest CivicScience polling shows that the majority of U.S. adults can ‘always’ keep a secret (55%), while 40% ‘sometimes’ do and only 6% ‘never’ zip their lips. So, what differentiates people who always keep secrets from those who don’t always do so? CivicScience has the answers: Want […]