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Key Highlights: New-Vehicle Sales and Pricing The new-vehicle seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) declined in June, but the retail SAAR increased and was higher than a year ago. Consumers are price-sensitive, so incentives are increasing again, and discounting is on the rise to keep retail sales moving. Prices were up modestly in June. Used-Vehicle Market …

Updated, Aug. 15, 2025 – According to the Cox Automotive analysis of vAuto Live Market View data, used-vehicle inventory levels at the start of July showed little change month over month and remained largely unchanged compared to early July 2024. 2.20M Total UnsoldUsed Vehiclesas of June 30, 2025 48 Days’ Supply $25,342 Average Listing Price 73,273 Average …

According to an analysis of Cox Automotive’s vAuto Live Market View data estimates, retail used-vehicle sales in June1 decreased month over month compared to May.  A total of 1.46 million used vehicles were sold at retail – from both franchised and independent dealers – during June, down 1.5% month over month and up 2.4% year over year. Days’ …

In June 2025, the Dealertrack Credit Availability Index continued its upward trend, reflecting a second consecutive month of improved credit access. The All-Loans Index rose to 97.3, up from 96.5 in May, marking a 0.8-point increase month over month. This extends the broader run of loosening credit conditions that began in late summer 2024. The only notable interruption in this trend was …

Updated, Aug. 15, 2025 – Everyone is hunting for clear evidence of higher prices on new vehicles driven by tariffs, and yet, the story just hasn’t materialized. Automakers continue to hold their fire on raising the manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRPs) significantly as demand remains tepid and policy has yet to be solidified. New-vehicle inventory …

ATLANTA – July 9, 2025 – Autotrader, a Cox Automotive brand, reports new findings from Perficient fueled by Clarivoy data on the limitations of current sales tracking in dealerships in its latest white paper, “From Click to Car Sale: How Multi-Touch Attribution Improves Marketing Measurement for Auto Dealers”. According to Clarivoy data, in a sample …

A replay of the Q2 2025 Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index Call held on Tuesday, July 8, is available below. Cox Automotive Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke, Senior Director Jeremy Robb, and Scott Vanner, a manager on the Economic and Industry Insights team, presented the latest Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index, the major economic and industry trends that shaped …

ATLANTA, July 8, 2025 – Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix, mileage, and seasonally adjusted basis) were higher in June compared to May. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) increased to 208.5, representing a 6.3% year-over-year increase and a 1.6% rise above May levels. The seasonal adjustment forced the index higher in the month, …

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 …

Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix, mileage, and seasonally adjusted basis) were higher in June compared to May. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) increased to 208.5, representing a 6.3% year-over-year increase and a 1.6% rise above May levels. The seasonal adjustment forced the index higher in the month, as non-seasonally adjusted values fell …