The Cox Automotive Industry Insights and 2025 Forecast Call will be held today, Dec. 17, at 11 a.m. EST. The presentation is available for download. Cox Automotive Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke and the Economic and Industry Insights team will provide a final update on the U.S. automotive market, covering the new, used and electric markets for 2024. … Continued
Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix, mileage, and seasonally adjusted basis) showed no change from November in the first 15 days of December. The mid-month Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index remained at 205.4, now showing a gain of 0.7% from the full month of December 2023. The seasonal adjustment enhanced the results for the month, … Continued
In November 2024, the Dealertrack Credit Availability Index revealed a notable improvement in auto credit access across all channels and lender types. The All-Loans Index reached 95.4, marking a 1.0% increase from October and a 0.8% rise year over year. This is the highest level of auto credit access since October 2023. Dealertrack Credit Availability … Continued
New-vehicle affordability declined in November, according to the Cox Automotive/Moody’s Analytics Vehicle Affordability Index. Lower interest rates, higher incentives and increased incomes could not offset the impact of rising prices. “In November, affordability saw a slight dip from the previous month as demand intensified, but the good news is that new vehicles are still more … Continued
Key Highlights Inflation and Vehicle Pricing Trends Inflation indicators signal modest increases, with vehicle prices showing varied movement across categories. Growing Consumer Credit Consumer credit excluding mortgages saw accelerating growth in October, according to the latest report from the Federal Reserve. Improved Auto Credit Availability Access to auto financing improved significantly in November, driven by … Continued
ATLANTA, Dec. 11, 2024 – The Q4 2024 Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index (CADSI) reveals renewed optimism among U.S. automobile dealers. The latest survey, conducted immediately following the national election in early November, indicates that while current market conditions are still viewed as weak, dealers are increasingly optimistic about the future. “The recent resolution of … Continued
New-vehicle prices in November climbed higher year over year for the second straight month, according to data from Kelley Blue Book released today. Last month, the average transaction price (ATP) for a new vehicle was $48,724, an increase of $699, or 1.5%, from November 2023. The November ATP was also higher by $720 compared to … Continued
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 spending patterns, consumer sentiment, retail vehicle sales, financing rates, supply dynamics, pricing trends and leading … Continued
Cox Automotive experts are here to help you make the most of NADA2025 and the year ahead. During this past year, the Research and Market Intelligence team at Cox Automotive connected with thousands of consumers and dealers on a variety of topics impacting the automotive industry. From affordability to electrification to car buying and more, … Continued
Key Highlights Economic Labor Trends Steady job growth was witnessed in November as the job market recovered from Hurricane Milton’s disruptions in October, indicating a stable labor market environment. New-Vehicle Sales and Prices The new-vehicle SAAR greatly improved in November, reaching the best level since May 2021. Used-Vehicle Sales and Prices The used-vehicle market experienced … Continued
