According to the Cox Automotive analysis of vAuto Live Market View data, used-vehicle inventory levels at the start of August showed little movement month over month. Still, they were up compared to early August 2024. 2.20M Total UnsoldUsed Vehiclesas of July 31, 2025 43 Days’ Supply $25,527 Average Listing Price 72,691 Average Mileage As August opened, the … Continued
According to an analysis of Cox Automotive’s vAuto Live Market View data estimates, retail used-vehicle sales in July1 increased month over month compared to June. A total of 1.52 million used vehicles were sold at retail – from both franchised and independent dealers – during July, up 8.9% month over month and up 7.0% year over year. Days’ … Continued
In a notable development, new-vehicle inventory has declined by 1% over the last month, yet it has returned to levels comparable to those before the tariff announcements on March 26. This indicates that automakers are exercising discipline in production, while electric vehicle (EV) sales are thriving as buyers respond to EV tax credits set to … Continued
New-vehicle prices in July remained largely unchanged from June, with only a slight decline month over month as incentive spending accelerated and fueled strong sales volumes. According to new estimates from Kelley Blue Book, however, annual gains in new-vehicle average transaction prices (ATPs) and manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRPs) – two key measures of vehicle … Continued
New-vehicle prices in July remained largely unchanged from June, with only a slight decline month over month as incentive spending accelerated and fueled strong sales volumes. According to new estimates from Kelley Blue Book, however, annual gains in new-vehicle average transaction prices (ATPs) and manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRPs) – two key measures of vehicle … Continued
The pace of new and used auto sales picked up as prices declined slightly and credit loosened, while loan performance was mixed. New light-vehicle sales increased 6.6% year over year in July, with one more selling day than July 2024. Large fleet buyers contributed strongly to July’s performance. Retail sales also improved. Lower prices and higher incentives … Continued
In July 2025, the Dealertrack Credit Availability Index continued its upward trend, reflecting a third consecutive month of improved credit access. The All-Loans Index rose to 98.1, up from 97.1 in June, marking a 1.0-point increase month over month. This extends the broader run of loosening credit conditions that began in late summer 2024. The … Continued
Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix, mileage, and seasonally adjusted basis) were lower in July compared to June. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) declined to 207.4, which is still an increase of 2.9% from a year ago, while lower than June levels by 0.5%. The seasonal adjustment muted the results for the month, … Continued
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It’s been four months since President Trump announced his administration’s new tariff plans for the auto market, and the impacts are already being felt far and wide. As we’ve noted, the automotive industry is highly globalized, with nearly half of the vehicles sold in the U.S. manufactured outside of the U.S. The most challenging aspect … Continued