TSLA419.400-16.39%
GM81.345-1.895%
F16.855-0.585%
RIVN16.8310.5311%
CYD56.640-0.08%
HMC26.165-0.825%
TM182.480-7.47%
CVNA69.910-3.09%
PAG167.9100.54%
LAD289.835-1.055%
AN189.3801.66%
GPI311.185-5.155%
ABG183.925-3.785%
SAH82.010-0.61%
TSLA419.400-16.39%
GM81.345-1.895%
F16.855-0.585%
RIVN16.8310.5311%
CYD56.640-0.08%
HMC26.165-0.825%
TM182.480-7.47%
CVNA69.910-3.09%
PAG167.9100.54%
LAD289.835-1.055%
AN189.3801.66%
GPI311.185-5.155%
ABG183.925-3.785%
SAH82.010-0.61%
TSLA419.400-16.39%
GM81.345-1.895%
F16.855-0.585%
RIVN16.8310.5311%
CYD56.640-0.08%
HMC26.165-0.825%
TM182.480-7.47%
CVNA69.910-3.09%
PAG167.9100.54%
LAD289.835-1.055%
AN189.3801.66%
GPI311.185-5.155%
ABG183.925-3.785%
SAH82.010-0.61%


new-vehicle sales

May auto sales expected to hold steady despite economic uncertainty

May auto sales expected to hold steady despite economic uncertainty

- May 28, 2026
On the Dash: Stable sales demand suggests that affluent buyers continue to drive showroom traffic despite broader economic concerns. Higher fuel prices and weak consumer sentiment remain risks dealers should...
Nissan says dealer-focused strategy

Nissan says dealer-focused strategy boosted retail market share

- May 19, 2026
On the Dash: Nissan’s retail-first strategy is prioritizing dealer profitability over lower-margin fleet growth. Strong SUV and truck demand continues driving showroom momentum across core nameplates. Increased U.S. localization could...
New-vehicle inventory holds steady as automakers push remaining 2025 stock

New-vehicle inventory holds steady as automakers push remaining 2025 stock

- May 15, 2026
On the Dash: Model year 2025 inventory dropped 36% month-over-month; 93% of lots are now model year 2026 vehicles. Dodge carries 142 days of supply; Toyota sits tight at just...
New-vehicle sales fall for third straight month in April

New-vehicle sales fall for third straight month in April

- April 28, 2026
On the Dash: April new-vehicle sales are headed for a third straight monthly decline, down 5.4% from a year ago. The market is outperforming expectations despite surging gas prices and...
Honda

Honda reports $1.7 billion operating loss amid tariffs and supply chain risks

- March 6, 2026
On the Dash: Dealers may face inventory fluctuations as Honda navigates risks to semiconductor and rare-earth supply. Component redesigns and multi-sourcing strategies could affect repair, service, and parts availability. Dealers...
February auto sales hit 15.8M SAAR as affordability pressures grow

February auto sales hit 15.8M SAAR as affordability pressures grow

- March 6, 2026
On the Dash: Sales momentum may strengthen in March as OEM competition increases during the final month of the quarter. Hybrid demand continues to grow, while BEV adoption remains under...
BYD

BYD sales drop 36% as domestic EV rivals gain ground in China

- March 6, 2026
On the Dash: Dealers may face greater competition as the domestic EV market share becomes more evenly distributed. Rising competitor sales and fiscal policies could influence pricing, incentives, and inventory...
new-vehicle sales

New-vehicle sales tick up in February as headwinds persist

- March 2, 2026
On the Dash: • February new-vehicle SAAR is forecast at 15.6 million, up from January but below last year. • Sales volume is expected to fall 3.4% year over year to 1.185...
JD Power projects 16.3 million new-vehicle sales in 2026 and unveils a unified platform strategy at the NADA Show.

JD Power projects 16.3M new-vehicle sales in 2026 to kick off NADA Show

- February 4, 2026
On the Dash: JD Power forecasts U.S. new-vehicle sales will total 16.3 million units in 2026, matching 2025 levels. Supply and demand dynamics are expected to be the primary driver...
Used-vehicle sales rose in December, defying seasonal trends, as inventory stayed tight and Cox Automotive forecasts modest cooling in 2026.

Used-vehicle market posts late-year gains as inventory stays tight

- January 19, 2026
On the Dash: Retail used-vehicle sales increased year over year and month over month in December, an uncommon seasonal result. Inventory remains constrained at 49 days’ supply, with limited availability...