TSLA400.62011.72%
GM81.3203.27%
F12.8700.43%
RIVN17.2300.34%
CYD43.2600.9381%
HMC25.0000.64%
TM217.2004.34%
CVNA387.50025.26%
PAG161.3205.3%
LAD283.0408.17%
AN207.9909.7%
GPI349.94014.46%
ABG211.4407.35%
SAH70.7003.33%
TSLA400.62011.72%
GM81.3203.27%
F12.8700.43%
RIVN17.2300.34%
CYD43.2600.9381%
HMC25.0000.64%
TM217.2004.34%
CVNA387.50025.26%
PAG161.3205.3%
LAD283.0408.17%
AN207.9909.7%
GPI349.94014.46%
ABG211.4407.35%
SAH70.7003.33%
TSLA400.62011.72%
GM81.3203.27%
F12.8700.43%
RIVN17.2300.34%
CYD43.2600.9381%
HMC25.0000.64%
TM217.2004.34%
CVNA387.50025.26%
PAG161.3205.3%
LAD283.0408.17%
AN207.9909.7%
GPI349.94014.46%
ABG211.4407.35%
SAH70.7003.33%


New Vehicle inventory

New-vehicle inventory tightened entering 2026 after strong December sales, widening gaps between brands and sustaining pricing pressure.

New-vehicle inventory tightens as auto industry enters 2026

- January 16, 2026
On the Dash: New-vehicle inventory fell sharply entering 2026, dropping to a 76-day supply after strong December sales. Brand performance diverged, with luxury brands tight on supply while several mass-market...
Data & Analytics Articles
U.S. new-vehicle inventory is gradually increasing as next-model-year vehicles hit dealer lots and incentives for EV purchases take effect

U.S. new vehicle inventory climbs 4.8% in September, report finds

- September 12, 2025
On the Dash: U.S. new-vehicle inventory increased 4.8% month over month to 2.76 million units but remains 3.9% below last year. Average listing prices rose to $48,697, and ATP reached...
Headlines Articles
The click-and-collect era means a dealership needs to control its inventory on a new level compared to when sales were more time-consuming.

Optimizing your inventory for the click-and-collect era

- August 19, 2025
The click-and-collect era means a dealership needs to control its inventory on a new level compared to the past, when sales were more involved and time-consuming. Maintaining an efficient inventory...
Articles Management & Leadership
Crystal Massie, GM at Marine Chevrolet, joins us to provide a look into the auto industry as we head into the second half of 2025

Marine Chevrolet GM shares market insights and dealer strategies for the rest of 2025

- August 18, 2025
From inventory and pricing to EVs and tariffs, Crystal Massie, general manager at Marine Chevrolet in North Carolina, joins us on today’s episode of Inside Automotive to provide a detailed...
Featured Management & Leadership
U.S. new-vehicle inventory holds at pre-tariff levels as EV sales surge and incentives reach 2025 highs ahead of the tax credit deadline.

New-vehicle inventory steadies at pre-tariff levels amid surging EV demand, rising incentives

- August 15, 2025
On the Dash: U.S. new-vehicle inventory began August at 2.68 million units, matching pre-tariff levels, with a 73-day supply. EV sales are rising ahead of the September 30 tax credit...
Articles Headlines
Rising tariffs are beginning to push new and used car prices higher across the U.S. as pre-inventory dwindles.

Tariff-fueled shortage drives up new and used car prices across the market

- June 3, 2025
Rising tariffs are beginning to push new and used car prices higher across the U.S. as pre-tariff inventory dwindles and automakers raise prices in response to increased import costs. Consumers...
Headlines Pre-Owned Sales & Remarketing
BMW is considering adding shifts at its Spartanburg, South Carolina plant to increase annual production by as much as 80,000 units.

BMW eyes Spartanburg expansion to offset tariffs, boost U.S. output by 80,000 units

- April 11, 2025
BMW is considering adding shifts at its Spartanburg, South Carolina plant to increase annual production by as much as 80,000 units, executives said during an analyst call Thursday. This move is...
Headlines Articles

Interest rate impact on dealership P&L more profound than easing consumer payment burden

- December 3, 2024
The Federal Reserve’s 50 basis point rate cut in September was the first since March 2020 — and prior to the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, a half-point easing had...
Articles Sales & Marketing
trade-in December auto sales

New vehicle sales, inventory, and prices rise in December 2022

- January 3, 2023
U.S. auto sales in December will likely improve by 4% year-over-year to 1.27 million, according to a forecasted analysis conducted by Cox Automotive. However, these results will probably fall short...
Articles Headlines
Dave Thomas

Results of CDK Global’s latest Ease of Purchase Summary – Dave Thomas

- December 21, 2022
Is the process of buying a car still difficult for consumers, despite the technology boosting digital retailing? Recently, CDK Global released its December Ease of Purchase Auto Dealership Summary, which...
Sales & Marketing Inside Automotive


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