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Used-Vehicle Inventory Holds Steady in June as Affordability Keeps Demand Strong 07/11/2025 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. 2.21M Total UnsoldUsed Vehiclesas of June 30, 2025 45 Days' Supply $25,512 Average Listing Price 73,003 Average Mileage As July opened, the total supply of used vehicles on dealer lots – both franchised… Read Article

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Used-Vehicle Retail Sales Dip in June; CPO Volume Falls Sharply 07/11/2025 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’ supply of used vehicles in the most recent report was 45,… Read Article

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Auto Credit Access Improves Again in June as Some Lenders Loosen Standards 07/10/2025 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 in April, likely driven by market uncertainty following tariff announcements, which… Read Article

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New-Vehicle Inventory Grows as Sales Flatten, Tariff Impact Still Minimal 07/10/2025 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 has started to grow as next-model-year vehicles (MY2026) begin to show up on dealer lots, although… Read Article

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Wholesale Used-Vehicle Prices Increase in June 07/08/2025 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, as non-seasonally adjusted values fell more than usual following the volatility induced by the tariff announcement.… 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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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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EV Market Monitor – May 2025 06/19/2025 In May 2025, the electric vehicle (EV) market displayed a complex mix of growth and challenges. While new EV sales experienced modest monthly gains, year-over-year declines indicated broader industry pressures. Meanwhile, the used EV market continued its upward trajectory, driven by affordability and consumer confidence. Inventory levels, pricing trends and incentive strategies all reflected a market in transition. New and Used EV Sales – May New… Read Article

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Wholesale Used-Vehicle Prices Increase in First Half of June 06/18/2025 Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix-, mileage-, and seasonally adjusted basis) increased from May in the first 15 days of June. The mid-month Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index rose 1.7% to 208.7, showing a rise of 6.5% from the full month of June 2024. The weaker seasonal adjustment drove the higher result for the index, following stronger adjustments in May. The non-adjusted price change in the… Read Article

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New-Vehicle Affordability Stalls at 2025 Low in May 06/16/2025 New-vehicle affordability remained steady in May at the worst level this year, according to the Cox Automotive/Moody’s Analytics Vehicle Affordability Index. “The U.S. economy remains fundamentally strong, but the recent tariffs have had a swift and measurable impact on vehicle affordability,” said Cox Automotive Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke. “After reaching the lowest affordability point of the year in April, the market essentially flatlined at that level in May.… Read Article

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