Cox Automotive provides forecasts on the new and used vehicle markets, leasing, fleet and CPO sales, and the Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index. Updates (highlighted) to the full-year 2026 forecasts were announced during the Q1 Industry Insights and Forecast Call on Mar. 25. The Economic and Industry Insights team reviews the full-year forecasts quarterly and updates them as market … Continued
A replay of the Cox Automotive Q1 2026 Industry Insights and Forecast Call held on Wednesday, Mar. 25, is available. The Cox Automotive Economic and Industry Insights team delivered their perspective on the health of the U.S. automotive industry, focusing on the new, used and electric vehicle markets. This call also allowed the team to share market expectations on the … Continued
February underscored the EV market’s new reality, with new EV sales sharply lower year over year and used EV momentum continuing to build. Inventory levels tightened from January and prices were pushed lower across both new and used segments, highlighting a market increasingly driven by affordability and demand alignment. New and Used EV Sales – … Continued
ATLANTA, March 3, 2026 – The Q1 2026 Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index (CADSI) shows a seasonal rebound in dealer optimism, driven by improved expectations for the spring selling season. While current market conditions remain below historical norms, sentiment for the months ahead improved sharply as dealers anticipate stronger demand, easing interest rates and improving … Continued
January marked a reset for the EV market, with new‑vehicle demand softening sharply and inventory building, while used EV sales strengthened and supply tightened further. Pricing edged lower across both segments, narrowing EV‑to‑ICE premiums. New and Used EV Sales – January New EV Sales: January’s new EV sales totaled an estimated 66,276 units, down 29.9% … Continued
According to an analysis of Cox Automotive’s vAuto Live Market View data estimates, retail used-vehicle sales in December1 were higher than a year ago and outpaced November sales. A total of 1.34 million used vehicles were sold at retail – from both franchised and independent dealers – during December, up 3% year over year and 2% month … Continued
In December, the electric vehicle (EV) market ended the year an up note, with sales rising for both new and used models. New EV supply remained elevated, and used EV days’ supply increased, though still below ICE levels. Pricing held largely flat across both segments, with heavy new‑vehicle incentives in place to counter softer retail … Continued
A replay of the Cox Automotive Q4 2025 Industry Insights and 2026 Forecast Call held on Wednesday, Dec. 17, is available. The Cox Automotive Economic and Industry Insights team delivered a final update on the U.S. automotive market, focusing on the new, used and electric vehicle markets for 2025. This call also provided the team with an … Continued
The Cox Automotive Industry Insights and 2026 Forecast Call will be hosted on Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 11 a.m. EST, shortly before the auto industry closes the book on the fourth quarter. Join us for a 60-minute session in which the Economic and Industry Insights team will deliver a final update on the U.S. automotive market, … Continued
In November, the electric vehicle (EV) market’s downturn deepened, with the expiration of the federal tax credit continuing to weigh on demand. Market share reached multi-year lows as sales declined. Weak demand fueled a surge in inventory, with days’ supply reaching elevated levels. Pricing eased across the market, underscoring an industry struggling to find balance … Continued
