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Cox Automotive Q2 2025 Dealer Sentiment Index Reveals Market Momentum Amid Tariff Concerns 05/21/2025 ATLANTA, May 21, 2025 – The latest Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index (CADSI) reveals a complex landscape for U.S. auto dealers, with franchised dealers buoyed by recent sales momentum while concerns about tariffs and political uncertainty cloud the outlook for the months ahead. The Q2 2025 CADSI, based on a national survey of 977 franchised and independent dealers conducted from April 22 to May 5, shows… Read Article

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Spring Optimism Boosts U.S. Automobile Dealer Sentiment, Despite Weak Profits, Growing Costs 03/12/2025 ATLANTA, March 12, 2025 – The Q1 2025 Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index (CADSI) reports that the U.S. automobile dealers’ view of current market conditions increased from an index score of 42 in Q4 2024 to 44 in Q1 2025. The survey, conducted in late January and early February, indicates an upward shift in dealer sentiment. The current market index score increased year over year. However,… Read Article

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Cox Automotive to Showcase New Retail and Inventory Solutions at NADA Show 2025, as the Auto Industry Gains Momentum 01/21/2025 ATLANTA, Jan. 21, 2025 – Cox Automotive, the world’s largest automotive services and technology provider, will showcase new retail and wholesale solutions designed to fuel the future of car buying and selling during NADA Show 2025, the National Automotive Dealers Association’s annual convention, opening later this week in New Orleans. Cox Automotive, the largest exhibitor at NADA 2025, will feature solutions in the “Cox Automotive Village,”… Read Article

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Cox Automotive’s Car Buyer Journey Study Reveals Record High Satisfaction Among New and EV Buyers 01/07/2025 ATLANTA, Jan. 7, 2025 – The 2024 Car Buyer Journey (CBJ) Study by Cox Automotive has unveiled record highs in new-car buyer satisfaction, driven by advancements in digital tools helping seamlessly integrate online and in-dealership activities. This seamless integration – known as an omnichannel buying experience – saves time, reduces repetition and ultimately improves satisfaction with the overall car-buying journey. The 2024 CBJ also highlights the growing… Read Article

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Optimism on the Rise Among Auto Dealers Following Decisive Election Results, Says Cox Automotive Q4 2024 Dealer Sentiment Index 12/11/2024 ATLANTA, Dec. 11, 2024 – The Q4 2024 Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index (CADSI) reveals renewed optimism among U.S. automobile dealers. The latest survey, conducted immediately following the national election in early November, indicates that while current market conditions are still viewed as weak, dealers are increasingly optimistic about the future. “The recent resolution of political uncertainty following the presidential election has cleared the path for… Read Article

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WATCH NOW: 2025 Cox Automotive Leadership Roundtable Sessions 06/30/2025 On June 25, the 2025 Cox Automotive Leadership Roundtable Sessions were held at the Automotive Hall of Fame in Dearborn, MI, in front of an audience of media, analysts and industry influencers. Following the Cox Automotive Mid-Year Review, the three 30-minute sessions focused on the auto industry’s most important topics and showcased how Cox Automotive is leading change in the industry. Session 1: The U.S. Auto Market… Read Article

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Auto Market Weekly Summary 06/30/2025 Key Highlights: Consumer spending on motor vehicles and parts dropped 6.1% in May, the steepest monthly decline among major durable goods categories. The average consumer’s ability to spend weakened as real personal income declined by 0.4% and the savings rate fell to 4.5%, signaling potential headwinds for big-ticket purchases, such as vehicles. Plans to purchase a vehicle within the next six months remained stable at the… Read Article

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Replay Available: 2025 Mid-Year Review 06/25/2025 A replay of the Cox Automotive 2025 Mid-Year Review held on Wednesday, June 25, is available below. Cox Automotive Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke and the Economic and Industry Insights team provided an update on the U.S. automotive market for the first half of the year, covering the new, used and electrified markets with insights and data from Cox Automotive.The team also reviewed the Cox Automotive Q2 and June U.S. auto sales forecasts and… Read Article

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2025 Cox Automotive Forecasts 06/25/2025 Cox Automotive provides forecasts on the new and used vehicle markets, leasing, fleet and CPO sales, and the Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index. Updates to the full-year 2025 forecasts were announced during the Cox Automotive 2025 Mid-Year Review on June 25. The Economic and Industry Insights team reviews the forecasts quarterly and updates them as market changes dictate. Download the 2025 Forecasts If you would like… Read Article

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Cox Automotive Forecast: New-Vehicle Sales in June Slow from Accelerated Spring Pace; Second Quarter Sales to Finish Higher Year Over Year, As Large Automakers Gain Share 06/25/2025 Updated, July 2, 2025 – In the first half of 2025, the new-vehicle market showed strong momentum, with sales significantly outpacing last year. Preliminary estimates indicate that new-vehicle sales in June closely aligned with the Cox Automotive forecast, as the final month of the first half marked sales of 1.25 million units and a seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of vehicle sales at 15.3 million. This… Read Article

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Presentation Available: 2025 Mid-Year Review 06/25/2025 The Cox Automotive 2025 Mid-Year Review will be held today, June 25, at 11 a.m. EDT. The presentation is available for download. Download the Presentation Cox Automotive Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke and the Economic and Industry Insights team will provide an update on the U.S. automotive market for the first half, covering the new, used and electrified markets with insights and data from Cox Automotive. A recording of the event… Read Article

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New Study: Dealers Lean into Digital Retailing, External Partnerships and AI to Drive Efficiency and Profitability 06/25/2025 Cox Automotive’s newest study on the Digitization of Automotive Retail reveals a continued acceleration in online retailing, AI adoption, and third-party integrations. Key highlights: - Dealers offering every purchase step online have doubled in two years. - Consumers and dealers agree digital retailing enhances efficiency—but both cite gaps in connecting online to in-store experiences. - AI use is emerging as a critical differentiator. Buyers who engage with chatbots report… Read Article

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Cox Automotive Auto Market Report: June 24 06/24/2025 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 indicators from Cox Automotive’s extensive data ecosystem. Download this week’s presentation… Read Article

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Join Us: Cox Automotive 2025 Mid-Year Review 06/23/2025 The Cox Automotive Mid-Year Review occurred on Wednesday, June 25, at 11 a.m. EDT. A replay is now available. Watch the Replay The Cox Automotive Mid-Year Review will be hosted on Wednesday, June 25, at 11 a.m. EDT, shortly before the auto industry closes the book on the first half of the year. Join us for the Cox Automotive 2025 Mid-Year Review hosted by Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke and the Economic and Industry… Read Article

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Auto Market Weekly Summary 06/23/2025 Key Highlights: Declining vehicle sales drove the retail sales decrease in May, but inflation-adjusted sales remained higher compared to last year. The Fed remains on hold as it monitors inflation and labor data. Auto loan rates are unlikely to ease anytime soon as the Fed holds steady amid a more pessimistic economic outlook. Retail Sales Retail sales in May declined more than expected, driven mainly by… Read Article

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