Cox Automotive Inc.

Central Dispatch® Completes First Phase of its Transformation with Introduction of New Enterprise Capabilities Benefiting Clients

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ATLANTA – June 26, 2024 – Cox Automotive today announced the completion of the first phase in Central Dispatch’s transformation with the launch of Central Dispatch Enterprise, a customizable package of end-to-end capabilities designed for large automotive shippers and brokers. Featuring a proven private marketplace solution that’s already been used to move 400,000+ vehicles in … Continued

2024 Cox Automotive Mid-Year Review Replay Available

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A replay of the 2024 Cox Automotive Mid-Year Review webcast held on Tuesday, June 25, is available below. Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke, Senior Economist Charlie Chesbrough, and other members of the Economic and Industry Insights team presented how the auto industry performed in the first half and what’s likely ahead, including updated 2024 Cox Automotive forecasts and the … Continued

Cox Automotive Research: With a National Election Approaching, the U.S. Auto Industry Enters a Season of Uncertainty

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New research released today by Cox Automotive, the world’s largest automotive services and technology provider, reveals that nearly 75% of automobile shoppers in the market for a vehicle expect the outcome of the U.S. presidential election in November to impact the economy. The findings underscore a high level of uncertainty in the auto market – … Continued

The Party Crashers Have Arrived, but the Auto Retail Celebration Isn’t Over Yet.

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Despite immense challenges during the pandemic and microchip shortage years, dealers will acknowledge it was the best time to be in the new car business, akin to an unforgettable college rager. They enjoyed an unprecedented financial boom, with return on sales soaring from 2% to over 6% at most publicly traded auto groups. To put … Continued

Manheim Market Insights Series: Episode 22

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Welcome to the monthly Manheim Market Insights update. Jeremy Robb, senior director of Economic and Industry Insights at Cox Automotive, offers a monthly check-in on what we are seeing in the used wholesale and retail markets, all through the wide lens of the data available from Cox Automotive. This month’s video highlights the mid-month Manheim Used Vehicle … Continued

U.S. Automobile Dealer Sentiment Index: As Market Uncertainty Grows, Dealers Remain Pessimistic and Cautious

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ATLANTA, June 10, 2024 – The latest Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index (CADSI) remained stable from Q1 to Q2 2024 despite dealer uncertainty in the market and economy. The Q2 current market index score of 42 indicates most U.S. auto dealers see the market as weak. One year ago, the index was 45, also below … Continued

Vanessa Ton Discusses the Barriers and Opportunities for EV Adoption by Dealers in the U.S.

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CBT News, June 4, 2024 – EV sales in the U.S. market surpassed 1 million units for the first time in 2023, but not everyone is on board just yet. On this episode of CBT Now, host Jim Fitzpatrick discusses the findings of Cox Automotive’s new 2024 Path to EV Adoption Study with Vanessa Ton, Senior … Continued

AI, CDP, Hybrid Retailing? The Auto Retail Buzzwords to Know

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Between disruptive technologies, like AI, shifting consumer expectations and online car buying – it’s safe to say the automotive retail industry is constantly evolving. As the industry continues to change, so do the latest buzzwords. Currently trending buzzwords are not only reflective of the current and future state of the auto retail industry but can … Continued

Manheim Market Insights Series: Episode 21

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Welcome to the monthly Manheim Market Insights update. Jeremy Robb, senior director of Economic and Industry Insights at Cox Automotive, offers a monthly check-in on what we are seeing in the used wholesale and retail markets, all through the wide lens of the data available from Cox Automotive. This month’s video highlights the mid-month Manheim Used Vehicle … Continued

WATCH NOW: 2024 Impact Summit: EVs and AI

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On May 9, the Cox Automotive Impact Summit: EV and AI was held in Detroit, attracting two dozen local media and influencers. The two 45-minute panel discussions and a Q&A focused on two of the industry’s most important topics today and showcased how Cox Automotive is leading change in both areas.  Session 1: EVs Following opening remarks … Continued