New-vehicle inventory is gradually increasing as next-model-year vehicles arrive and measures to encourage electric vehicle purchases take effect. Sales in August were higher compared to previous months and the previous year; new-vehicle inventory and days’ supply have declined year over year, based on Cox Automotive’s analysis of vAuto Live Market View data. 2.76M Total Inventoryas … Continued
In August 2025, the Dealertrack Credit Availability Index signaled a modest tightening in auto credit conditions after several months of improvement. The All-Loans Index edged down to 97.8 from 98.0 in July, indicating that while credit remains broadly accessible, lenders showed slightly more caution compared to the prior month. Despite this, credit access remains significantly … Continued
ATLANTA, Sept. 10, 2025 – New-vehicle prices moved higher in August as more model year 2026 vehicles hit dealer lots and automakers work to offset higher costs. According to estimates from Kelley Blue Book, price increases accelerated in August as both key measures – average transaction price (ATP) and manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRPs) – increased … Continued
Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix, mileage, and seasonally adjusted basis) were flat in August compared to July. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) was unchanged at 207.4, representing a 1.7% increase from the same period last year. The seasonal adjustment softened the results for the month, as non-seasonally adjusted values increased more than … Continued
Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix-, mileage-, and seasonally adjusted basis) decreased from July in the first 15 days of August. The mid-month Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index fell to 206.5, showing a rise of only 1.2% from the full month of August 2024. The seasonal adjustment was responsible for the decline in the index … Continued
The electric vehicle (EV) market gained strong momentum in July, with new and used EV sales rising sharply as consumers accelerated purchases ahead of the Inflation Reduction Act’s tax credit expiration. Inventory tightened, incentives climbed, and pricing adjusted – highlighting a market still heavily influenced by policy support but increasingly responsive to real-time demand. New … Continued
July marked the second consecutive month of improved new‑vehicle affordability after the dip that followed the tariff announcements, according to the Cox Automotive and Moody’s Analytics Vehicle Affordability Index. “In July, new-vehicle affordability improved to the best level since March, when tariffs were first announced,” said Cox Automotive Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke. “Higher incentives, higher … Continued
According to the Cox Automotive analysis of vAuto Live Market View data, used-vehicle inventory levels at the start of August showed little movement month over month. Still, they were up compared to early August 2024. 2.20M Total UnsoldUsed Vehiclesas of July 31, 2025 43 Days’ Supply $25,527 Average Listing Price 72,691 Average Mileage As August opened, the … Continued
According to an analysis of Cox Automotive’s vAuto Live Market View data estimates, retail used-vehicle sales in July1 increased month over month compared to June. A total of 1.52 million used vehicles were sold at retail – from both franchised and independent dealers – during July, up 8.9% month over month and up 7.0% year over year. Days’ … Continued
In a notable development, new-vehicle inventory has declined by 1% over the last month, yet it has returned to levels comparable to those before the tariff announcements on March 26. This indicates that automakers are exercising discipline in production, while electric vehicle (EV) sales are thriving as buyers respond to EV tax credits set to … Continued
