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September CPO Sales Come in Strong, Top 2 Million Units Year to Date

Certified pre-owned (CPO) sales in September totaled 254,976, an increase of more than 28,000 – nearly 14% – year over year, but a slight month-over-month dip due to one less selling day. September’s total was down 12,514 units, a 5% decrease, from August’s number. “CPO sales over the last three months have been the highest … Continued

Wholesale Used-Vehicle Prices Decline in First Half of October

Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix-, mileage-, and seasonally adjusted basis) decreased 1.6% from September in the first 15 days of October. The midmonth Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index declined to 211.0, which was down 3.3% from the full month of October 2022. The seasonal adjustment minimized the decrease. The non-adjusted price change in the … Continued

New-Vehicle Affordability Improved in September

In September, strong income growth and lower vehicle prices were enough to offset higher auto loan rates. Income and market dynamics favored consumers in September, and new-vehicle affordability improved enough in the month to now see improvement year over year.  This marks the first time since 2019 that the Cox Automotive/Moody’s Analytics Vehicle Affordability Index … Continued

Another Quarter, Another Record: EV Sales in the U.S. Surpass 300,000 in Q3, as Tesla Share of EV Segment Tumbles to 50%

Electric vehicle (EV) sales volumes set another record in Q3, as total sales of battery-powered vehicles jumped past 300,000 for the first time in the U.S. market. Year-to-date EV sales through September reached just over 873,000, putting the market firmly on track to surpass 1 million for the first time ever. The milestone will likely be … Continued

New-Vehicle Transaction Prices Decline Further in September, Led by Price Cuts at Tesla, According to Kelley Blue Book Report

ATLANTA, Oct. 11, 2023 – The average price Americans paid for a new vehicle in September 2023 was down 3.4% from the start of the year, as higher inventory levels and increased incentives continued to put downward pressure on pricing. The average transaction price of a new vehicle in September was $47,899, down $360 from one year … Continued

September Gains Contribute to Large Year-to-Date Increases in Rental and Government Fleet Sales

In September, sales into large rental, commercial, and government fleets increased compared to the previous year. According to a Cox Automotive analysis of Bobit data, there was a 26.0% rise in sales to large fleets (excluding dealer and manufacturer fleets) in September, with 154,400 units sold. Sales to rental fleets saw a 52.8% increase, while … Continued

Auto Credit Availability Improved Again in September

In September, the Dealertrack Credit Availability Index reported improved access to auto credit for most types of auto loans. During the summer, credit access was made more accessible across all channels and lender types. However, at the start of fall, credit access has started to tighten across most channels. Despite this, there has been an … Continued

Used-Vehicle Inventory Remains Tight to Start October

Updated, Nov. 10, 2023 – Used-vehicle inventory volume and days’ supply are tighter year over year at the start of October, according to the Cox Automotive analysis of vAuto Available Inventory data.   2.26M Total UnsoldUsed Vehiclesas of Oct. 2, 2023 49 Days’ Supply $26,752 Average Listing Price 69,456 Average Mileage The total supply of … Continued

Wholesale Used-Vehicle Prices Increase in September

Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix, mileage, and seasonally adjusted basis) increased 1.0% in September from August. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) rose to 214.3, down 3.9% from a year ago. “September auction sales bolstered prices through the channel,” said Chris Frey, senior manager of Economic and Industry Insights for Cox Automotive. “While … Continued

New-Vehicle Inventory Rises Despite UAW Strike; GM Most Vulnerable

Updated, Nov. 10, 2023 – Despite a UAW strike against Detroit’s three automakers and brisk sales, October opened with the highest new-vehicle inventory since early spring 2021, according to Cox Automotive’s analysis of vAuto Available Inventory data. But the strike has left GM with 60 days’ supply at the start of October and the most … Continued