Updated, June 4, 2025 – As expected, the cumulative challenges of the tariff uncertainty and vehicle affordability are beginning to show up in the new-vehicle sales numbers. In May, according to initial estimates, new-vehicle sales were close to 1.47 million units, generally…
Cox Automotive’s Auto Market Report video delivers a comprehensive analysis of the current automotive market. Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke leads our effort to translate data and trends into actionable insights. This video covers a wide range of topics, including consumer…
Key Highlights: Existing and New Home Sales Existing home sales declined in April to Great Recession levels. Inventory increased, but overall supply remains tight, and prices were up 1.8% year over year. New home sales increased in April, leading total…
In April, the electric vehicle (EV) market faced several challenges, reflecting broader economic trends. New EV sales experienced a decline both month-over-month and year-over-year, although the market share in April saw a slight increase compared to March. Manufacturers had mixed…
ATLANTA, May 21, 2025 – The latest Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index (CADSI) reveals a complex landscape for U.S. auto dealers, with franchised dealers buoyed by recent sales momentum while concerns about tariffs and political uncertainty cloud the outlook for…
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…
ATLANTA, May 19, 2025 – Cox Automotive leaders Grace Huang, president of Inventory Solutions; Marianne Johnson, executive vice president and chief product officer; and Lori Wittman, president of Retail Solutions, have been named among the 100 Leading Women in the…
Key Highlights: Inflation Trends Headline inflation was softer than expected in April as year-over-year inflation, according to the Consumer Price Index (CPI), declined to 2.3% while core inflation was steady at 2.8% year over year. Retail Sales Retail sales in…
Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix-, mileage-, and seasonally adjusted basis) declined from April in the first 15 days of May. The mid-month Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index fell to 205.9, showing a rise of 4.4% from the full month…
According to an analysis of Cox Automotive’s vAuto Live Market View data estimates, retail used-vehicle sales in April1 decreased month over month compared to March. A total of 1.57 million used vehicles were sold at retail – from both franchised and independent…
