The Cox Automotive Q1 2026 Industry Insights and Sales Forecast Call will be held today, March 24th, at 11 a.m. EDT. The presentation is available for download. The Economic and Industry Insights team will deliver a update on the U.S.…
This edition of the Auto Market Weekly Summary includes updates on the Fed meeting, producer prices, vehicle affordability and the housing market. The week brought a meaningful slate of economic releases against a backdrop of rising tension in the Middle East, which…
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…
This edition of the Auto Market Weekly Summary includes updates on credit availability, consumer prices, consumer sentiment, and the labor market. The week brought a meaningful slate of economic releases against a backdrop of war in the Middle East, which…
According to Cox Automotive’s analysis of vAuto Live Market View data, February used-vehicle inventory levels were down month over month but higher than in February 2025. The used-vehicle sales paces improved in February, as prices softened modestly from January. 2.13M Total Inventoryas…
This edition of the Auto Market Weekly Summary includes updates on new vehicle sales, the labor market, consumer credit, and Manheim values. Many market metrics showed signs of strengthening in late February, likely supported by improving weather across much of…
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…
This edition of the Auto Market Weekly Summary includes updates on producer prices, tax refunds, consumer confidence and metrics on the housing market. Last week was a bit lighter on economic data than recent weeks. Last week started with the…
This edition of the Auto Market Weekly Summary includes updates on Q4 GDP growth, consumer income and expense trends, home builder sentiment, and vehicle affordability. On Friday, we received an update on tax refund data, showing the average refund is…
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 –…
