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Last update 07/17/2026
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EV Market Stabilizes in Q2, as New Entries Help Slow Sharp Sales Decline
The electrified vehicle story in the first half of 2026 is increasingly a story about hybrids. While the overall U.S. new-vehicle market…
Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index: June 2026 Trends
Key Metrics Expert Perspective — Jonathan Gregory, Senior Director, Cox Automotive “The first half of the year is officially in…
Cox Automotive Forecast: New-Vehicle Sales Pace Holds Strong Through First Half of 2026 Despite Continued Economic and Policy Uncertainty
Updated, July 2, 2026: Despite persistent economic headwinds, the U.S. new-vehicle market delivered a stronger-than-expected result in June. According to preliminary…
Now Available: Cox Automotive 2026 Mid-Year Review
The Cox Automotive Q2 2026 Mid-Year Review is now available, offering a comprehensive look at how the U.S. auto market is performing…
The Auto Market Brief Podcast:
Bonus Episode: The Fullpath Story: Why Data Matters More Than Ever
The Auto Market Brief – Bonus In this Episode What opportunities become possible when dealers can connect their data, understand…
Ep. 13: Credit Availability Hits a New High, Inflation Eases, and Inventory Holds Steady
The Auto Market Brief – Ep. #13 In this Episode With improved access to credit, cooler inflation readings, and stable…
Bonus Episode: The Negative Equity Story: How We Got Here and Why It Matters
The Auto Market Brief – Bonus In this Episode How did negative equity become one of the automotive industry’s biggest…
Manheim Used Vehicle Index:
Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index: Mid-July 2026 Trends
Key Metrics Expert Perspective — Jeremy Robb, Chief Economist, Cox Automotive “Wholesale values have been on the decline in the…
Replay Available: Q2 2026 Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index Call
A replay of the Q2 2026 Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index Call held on Wednesday, July 8, is available. Cox Automotive Chief Economist Jeremy…
Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index Normalizes in Q2 After Strong Start in 2026; Retail Used-Vehicle Prices Climb Higher
ATLANTA, July 8, 2026 – Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix-, mileage- and seasonally adjusted basis) were higher year over…
Expert Perspectives:
Bonus Episode: The Fullpath Story: Why Data Matters More Than Ever
The Auto Market Brief – Bonus In this Episode What opportunities become possible when dealers can connect their data, understand…
Bonus Episode: The Negative Equity Story: How We Got Here and Why It Matters
The Auto Market Brief – Bonus In this Episode How did negative equity become one of the automotive industry’s biggest…
Put Inventory Strategy First: How Independent Dealers Can Compete When Supply Is Tight
Independent dealers don’t need a report to tell them the market is tight, they’re living it every day. Inventory is…