August marked a second consecutive strong month for the electric vehicle (EV) market, with record sales and rising market share in both the new and used segments. As consumers acted quickly ahead of the Inflation Reduction Act’s tax credit expiration, Cox Automotive saw demand stay strong, inventory tighten, and incentives remain influential. These shifts signal … Continued
According to an analysis of Cox Automotive’s vAuto Live Market View data estimates, retail used-vehicle sales in August increased month over month compared to July. A total of 1.55 million used vehicles were sold at retail – from both franchised and independent dealers – during August, up 4.9% month over month and up 8.1% year over year. Days’ … 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
ATLANTA, Sept. 3, 2025 – Despite persistent economic uncertainty and waning consumer confidence, U.S. auto dealers maintained a steady outlook in Q3 2025, according to the latest Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index (CADSI). While profitability dipped and customer traffic slowed from the spring surge, the overall sentiment remained stable, with dealers signaling cautious optimism as … Continued
ATLANTA, Aug. 26, 2025 – Cox Automotive Inc., today released, the Drivers of Car Shopping Satisfaction, a comprehensive report detailing the emotional journey and satisfaction of car shoppers. The study surveyed more than one thousand new- and used-vehicle buyers and reveals significant improvements in the car buying experience over the past decade. The study surveyed … Continued
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
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
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
Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix, mileage, and seasonally adjusted basis) were lower in July compared to June. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) declined to 207.4, which is still an increase of 2.9% from a year ago, while lower than June levels by 0.5%. The seasonal adjustment muted the results for the month, … Continued
