Electric-vehicle sales in March rebounded notably from February, across both new and used models. The influence of high gas prices can’t be ignored in the numbers, but the year-over-year story provides better perspective. As expected, the used EV market continues…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 –…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
