Trust in Motion: Why the Vehicle Handoff Is the Next Frontier in Automotive Logistics Security
Every time a vehicle enters or leaves a dealership, someone is placing trust in a process, a company and, ultimately, another person. Vehicle transportation has never been faster or more connected. But as the industry has gone digital, the people…
Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index: October 2026 Trends
Key Metrics Expert Perspective — Jeremy Robb, Chief Economist, Cox Automotive “Depreciation trends at Manheim were generally in line with long-term averages, with the index holding 2% higher against depressed values last October. This year, we saw less-than-normal depreciation trends…
Data-Driven Dealers More Likely To Meet Profitability Goals, Study Finds
New Cox Automotive research finds notable differences in how data-driven dealers approach dealership technology, from selection and implementation to vendor engagement and utilization. Dealers have no shortage of technology promising greater efficiency, stronger customer relationships and better business results. The…
Bonus Episode: Setting a New Standard for Secure Vehicle Logistics
The Auto Market Brief – Bonus In this Episode As vehicle transportation becomes more digital, one critical moment remains vulnerable: the physical handoff of the vehicle. Criminals targeting the space are becoming more sophisticated, making secure verification increasingly important across…
Auto Market Weekly Summary
In this issue of the Auto Market Weekly Summary, we have a lot of economic updates to share, as well as some key themes and trends gleaned from the publicly traded automotive companies over the last couple of weeks. Bottom…
Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles Gain Traction as Affordability Pressures Mount, But Shopper Understanding Lags
New research from Cox Automotive suggests Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicles are an increasingly attractive option for consumers navigating today’s vehicle market. As new-vehicle prices remain elevated and ongoing inflation impacts household finances, the appeal of new vehicles has declined while…
Where AI Helps Dealers Make Smarter, More Profitable Calls
Most dealers have adopted AI in some form. The Q2 findings from our recent AI in Auto Retail Tracker found that 82% of dealers currently use it. But adoption isn’t the same as having it figured out. In this episode…
Cox Automotive Forecast: October New-Vehicle Sales Hold Steady Despite Lower Consumer Sentiment, Higher Borrowing Costs
Updated, Nov. 5, 2026 – Initial estimates suggest October’s new-vehicle market came in below the Cox Automotive forecast, with a seasonally adjusted annual rate, or SAAR, of 15.5 million, down from 15.7 million a year ago and below the September…
Ep. 20: Higher Auto Loan Costs Deepen Affordability Strains
The Auto Market Brief – Ep. #20 In this Episode How much are higher interest rates adding to the true cost of a vehicle, even when its purchase price has not changed dramatically? In this episode of The Auto Market…
Auto Market Weekly Summary
The economic data slowed in the past week, but market activity certainly did not. In this issue of the Auto Market Weekly Summary, we cover the mid-month update on Manheim valuation trends, as well as updated data points on consumer…
Kelley Blue Book: 100 Years of Vehicle Valuations
What is a car worth? A century ago, the answer depended heavily on who was buying, who was selling, and how well they negotiated. Today, shoppers can look up a vehicle’s market value in seconds, backed by extensive automotive data.…
Scaling AI: Automotive’s Next Challenge
The automotive industry has spent the last several years beginning the adoption of artificial intelligence. Today, the conversation is evolving. As AI capabilities mature and adoption accelerates, the industry should be increasingly focused on a new challenge: how to scale…
Bonus Episode: Inside Toyota’s Approach to Sales, Marketing and the Customer Journey
The Auto Market Brief – Bonus In this Episode How is Toyota adapting to a customer journey shaped by digital retailing, AI-powered discovery, and evolving consumer expectations? In this episode of The Auto Market Brief, host Erin Keating sits down…
Manheim Market Insights Series: Episode 49
Welcome to the monthly Manheim Market Insights update. Cox Automotive Senior Director Jonathan Gregory joins the Manheim Market Insights series to discuss trends in the wholesale and retail used-vehicle markets, drawing on the extensive data and analysis available across Cox Automotive. This…
Auto Market Weekly Summary
This edition of the Auto Market Weekly Summary highlights some key readings on inflation trends as all eyes continue to be on the path of interest rates and their impact on the consumer. Bottom Line Up Front I had the…