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

Jason Becknell - 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...

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Used-vehicle retail sales rose in October as inventory and prices increased, with CPO sales and buyer demand strengthening heading into November.

Used-vehicle inventory grows while sales pace outperforms new market

Colin Fitzpatrick - November 17, 2025

On the Dash: Retail used-vehicle sales increased 3.4% in October, outperforming the new-vehicle market. Inventory and pricing continued to rise in early November as days’ supply held at 48. CPO...

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U.S. new-vehicle inventory reached 2.97M units in October as rising supply and shifting demand shape automaker strategies heading into year-end.

New-vehicle inventory rises as automakers brace for holiday demand

Colin Fitzpatrick - November 14, 2025

On the Dash: U.S. new-vehicle inventory reached 2.97 million units in October, with days’ supply rising to 88. Cadillac, Jeep, and Porsche saw significant inventory increases that may outpace current...

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Used-vehicle sales dropped 5.2% in September as affordability pressures and high loan rates weighed on consumer demand.

September used-vehicle inventory hits 2025 high as sales slow

Colin Fitzpatrick - October 21, 2025

On the Dash: Used-vehicle retail sales fell 5.2% in September but remain 6.6% above last year. Average used-auto loan rates climbed above 14%, constraining affordability. Inventory rose to 2.26 million...

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Greta Crowley, VP of retail marketing at Cox Automotive, explains how AI-driven solutions boost car buyer satisfaction.

Cox Automotive’s Greta Crowley unpacks how AI is driving car buyer satisfaction

Jasmine Kiniklis - August 28, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping the car-buying experience, creating a more consumer-centric environment that's driving car buyer satisfaction to an all-time high. In today's episode of Driving Solutions, Greta...

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Used-vehicle and CPO sales rose in July as buyers shifted from pricey new models, fueled by affordability and credit access.

Used-vehicle and CPO sales surge in July as demand holds steady

Colin Fitzpatrick - August 19, 2025

On the Dash: Used-vehicle sales rose 9% in July, up 7% year over year. CPO sales jumped 11% in July, up 5% year over year. New-car affordability and easier credit...

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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

Colin Fitzpatrick - 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...

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New-vehicle inventory rises sharply while sales stall

Colin Fitzpatrick - July 11, 2025

As of July 1, 2025, U.S. dealer lots held 2.83 million new vehicles, up 14.5% from June but still 1.4% below year-ago levels, according to Cox Automotive. Days’ supply climbed...

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Retail used-vehicle sales hold steady in May despite tightening inventory

Staff Writer - June 16, 2025

Retail used-vehicle sales remained flat in May compared to April, with approximately 1.53 million units sold across franchised and independent dealerships, according to Cox Automotive's vAuto Live Market View data....

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U.S. new-vehicle inventory slips in June while prices continue to rise

Staff Writer - June 13, 2025

As of early June, new-vehicle inventory across U.S. dealerships fell to 2.47 million units, marking a 0.6% decline from May and a 12.2% drop year over year. While the market...

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

Used-vehicle inventory grows while sales pace outperforms new market

New-vehicle inventory rises as automakers brace for holiday demand

September used-vehicle inventory hits 2025 high as sales slow

Cox Automotive’s Greta Crowley unpacks how AI is driving car buyer satisfaction

Used-vehicle and CPO sales surge in July as demand holds steady

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

New-vehicle inventory rises sharply while sales stall

Retail used-vehicle sales hold steady in May despite tightening inventory

U.S. new-vehicle inventory slips in June while prices continue to rise

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