The Auto Market Brief

Powered by Cox Automotive, The Auto Market Brief Podcast breaks down the latest trends and forecasts shaping the automotive industry. Hosted by Cox Automotive Executive Analyst Erin Keating, the show combines expert analysis with data-driven insights from industry leaders and guest voices across the market.

The Auto Market Brief

Bonus Episode

Bonus Episode: Consumer Sentiment Makes Headlines, but It’s Not the Whole Story

The Auto Market Brief – Bonus In this Episode Consumer sentiment remains one of the most watched economic indicators, but it is only one piece of the consumer story. In this episode of The Auto Market Brief, host Erin Keating…

Hosted by Erin Keating, featuring Kayla Bruun

September 24, 2026 / 27 min.

Episode 17

Ep. 17: Diesel Hits Record Highs, Credit Availability Improves, and the Industry Balances Innovation and Investment

The Auto Market Brief – Ep. #17 In this Episode Diesel prices have reached record highs, credit availability continues to improve, and automotive leaders are facing new questions about where to invest for the future. In this episode of The…

Hosted by Erin Keating, featuring Jeremy Robb

September 15, 2026 / 26 min.

Bonus Episode

Bonus Episode: FTC Pricing Rules Make Headlines, but the Real Story Is Transparency and Trust

The Auto Market Brief – Bonus In this Episode Is the industry’s move toward more transparent pricing a response to FTC pricing rules, or a shift that was already underway? In this bonus episode of The Auto Market Brief, host Erin…

Hosted by Erin Keating, featuring Erin Lomax

September 10, 2026 / 28 min.

Episode 16

Ep. 16: Consumer Spending Slows Again, Tariff Uncertainty Looms, and Manufacturers Rethink Production

The Auto Market Brief – Ep. #16 In this Episode What happens when consumer spending slows further, trade policy remains uncertain, and automakers begin reassessing where vehicles are built? In this episode of The Auto Market Brief, host Erin Keating and…

Hosted by Erin Keating, featuring Jeremy Robb

September 02, 2026 / 21 min.

Bonus Episode

Bonus Episode: Shoppers Want It All, Including Affordability

The Auto Market Brief – Bonus In this Episode How does the market adapt when shoppers expect one vehicle to deliver utility, efficiency, technology, comfort, and affordability all at once? In this bonus episode of The Auto Market Brief, host Erin…

Hosted by Erin Keating, featuring Vanessa Ton and Sean Tucker

August 27, 2026 / 28 min.

Featured Experts

Erin Keating

Cox Automotive

Executive Analyst

Erin Keating is an Executive Analyst and Senior Director of Economic and Industry Insights at Cox Automotive. She brings 30 years of professional experience, including 14 years in the automotive industry, providing analysis on market conditions, automaker performance, and consumer demand shaping the economics of the new-vehicle market. Erin spent 10 years with Audi of America, including leading Audi Motorsport North America, informing her perspective on both commercial strategy and competitive dynamics.

Jeremy Robb

Cox Automotive

Chief Economist

As chief economist at Cox Automotive, Jeremy Robb leads Cox Automotive's Economic and Industry Insights team, working directly with clients and executive leaders in sales, strategy and finance. He draws on his background helping companies consume data and insights to make better business decisions. He has been focused on finance and strategy for large corporations in the financial services and automotive industry for the past 20 years. Jeremy joined Cox Automotive in 2018 after spending 6 years at Nissan where he led functions in finance and remarketing.

Michelle Clark

Cox Automotive

Director of Editorial

As the editorial leader behind Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book, Michelle Clark works every day to help people make smart, confident decisions when it comes to cars. With over 25 years of experience, Michelle blends technology and creativity to build innovative teams and believes that every story should help real people. Michelle’s commitment to putting people first has earned her several awards, but what matters most to her is making a positive difference in your car journey.

Alex Bland

Cox Automotive

Sr. Director, Market and Customer Research

Alex Bland is the Senior Director of Market and Customer Research at Cox Automotive. He leads research focused on dealer performance, consumer behavior, and market dynamics across the automotive ecosystem. Alex and his team are responsible for some of Cox Automotive's largest studies, including dealer sentiment, fixed operations, ownership, and service‑lane research, helping translate complex data into practical insight for dealers and industry leaders navigating a rapidly shifting market.

Stephanie Valdez Streaty

Cox Automotive

Director of Industry Insights

As the Director of Industry Insights for Cox Automotive, Stephanie Valdez Streaty is responsible for research and analysis, specializing in the transition to electric vehicles. Her focus is providing insights to clients and the industry on key trends impacting electrification. Previously, Stephanie was the Senior Director of Corporate Responsibility for Cox Automotive, where she was responsible for building and executing the sustainability strategy across the company.

Joe George

Cox Automotive Mobility Solutions

President

Joe George is the President of Mobility Solutions at Cox Automotive. He and his team are building businesses to serve as Cox Automotive’s next growth engine, where miles are managed, powered, and America’s fleets are kept moving.Through his team's leadership of Cox Fleet and EV Battery Solutions, Cox Automotive is stepping into big, fast-evolving markets at a national scale. With more than 35 years of experience driving innovation and industry transformation, George is advancing a connected strategy that keeps vehicles and batteries on the road across more of their lifecycle than anyone else.

John Murphy

Murphy Automotive Partners

Founder

John Murphy has built his career analyzing the global automotive industry and advising manufacturers, suppliers, dealers, and investors. His deep background in equity research and capital markets enables him to provide clients with unbiased – and now fully independent – strategic advice across the value chain. John spent more than 26 years as the senior North American automotive equity research analyst at Bank of America (previously Merrill Lynch), beginning his coverage in 1999. He played an integral role in advising investors during the landmark IPOs of General Motors, Rivian, Ferrari, and Delphi, alongside many other major capital raises, and provided strategic counsel to boards and management teams across the value chain.