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Key Metrics Expert Perspective — Jeremy Robb, Chief Economist, Cox Automotive “We had planned for a stronger January from a pricing perspective, but wholesale values moved even faster than we expected on the back of strong retail demand, driving the MUVVI to its highest reading since September 2023. With tax refund season officially starting last

ATLANTA, Feb. 6, 2026 – Cox Automotive named Chuck Hutton Toyota the 2026 Leader in Sustainability Award recipient, recognizing the Memphis dealership’s off-grid solar operations and its Electri-CITY Park, a first-of-its-kind EV charging destination with amenities for drivers, families and remote workers. The award was presented by Ken Kraft, chief marketing and sales officer at

ATLANTA, Feb. 5, 2026 – Cox Automotive announces Rita Case, president and CEO of Rick Case Automotive Group, as the 2026 Barbara Cox Woman of the Year. The award recognizes women who have made outstanding contributions to the automotive industry, championed community advocacy and demonstrated leadership. Case is widely recognized for her leadership in the

ATLANTA, Feb. 3, 2026 – Cox Automotive today announced that Jeremy Robb has been appointed chief economist, further strengthening the company’s market-leading capabilities in economic forecasting, retail and wholesale analytics, and industry insights. Robb has more than two decades of experience spanning financial analysis, OEM leadership, data science collaboration, and automotive remarketing. He has been

The Only Complete Online Vehicle Buying Solution for Both Dealers, Car Buyers ATLANTA, Feb. 2, 2026 — Cox Automotive Inc., today announced Accelerate My Deal Elite, an advanced digital retailing solution designed to support a more streamlined online car buying experience for dealers, automakers and consumers. Built to align with growing expectations for convenience and transparency, Accelerate My

This edition of the Auto Market Weekly Summary includes updates on the Fed chair nomination, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) decision, productivity and labor costs, producer prices, and consumer confidence. The week begins with a partial government shutdown that began at midnight on Saturday, Jan. 31, after Congress missed its funding deadline. Bottom Line