Avis Budget Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:CAR) shares are trading flat on Tuesday, hovering just below a key resistance level after a sharp run higher pushed the stock into overbought territory.

Breakout Test Meets Overbought Conditions

Avis is trading around $212.09, down 0.24%, as the stock tests resistance near $213.00. The level sits just below its 52-week high of $214.84, setting up a potential breakout if buyers can push through with conviction. A sustained move above this zone could open the door for further upside, while failure to clear resistance may lead to near-term consolidation.

The stock remains firmly extended across multiple timeframes. At current levels, CAR is trading 70.6% above its 20-day simple moving average and 72.2% above its 100-day SMA, highlighting the strength of the recent rally but also signaling a stretched setup that may be vulnerable to pullbacks.

Momentum indicators reinforce that view. The relative strength index sits at 85.35, deep in overbought territory, a condition that often coincides with strong upward trends but can also increase the likelihood of choppier price action in the near term. The current overbought stretch began on March 31, aligning with the stock's rapid move higher.

Despite the elevated momentum, Avis’s broader trend remains intact. The stock has gained 206.25% over the past 12 months, reflecting sustained buying pressure and strong longer-term positioning.

For now, traders are watching whether CAR can convert resistance into support. A breakout above $213.00 could extend the rally, while a rejection may shift focus toward consolidation, with longer-term support levels near $127.00 tied to the 200-day EMA zone.

Avis Shares Edge Lower

CAR Price Action: At the time of publication, Avis shares are trading 0.18% higher at $212.99, according to data from Benzinga Pro.

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