The latest Digital Transformation Index shows a 4.6% decline in econtracting volume from the third quarter to the fourth but a 3.2% increase over the course of 2025. +
Deloitte analysts say dealerships and dealer websites rank No. 1 and No. 3 among resources U.S. new car buyers say they use to research vehicle types, makes and models. +
Tesla has been ordered to revise marketing language implying its vehicles can operate autonomously or face a 30-day suspension of its California dealer license. +
Automotive News’s latest U.S. new-vehicle sales report shows slowing EV sales in the wake of an expired federal tax credit, offset by steady demand for trucks and hybrids. +
Edmunds reports the average transaction price for a U.S.-sold pre-owned vehicle increased by 5% to $31,067 in the third quarter, accompanied by a four-day uptick in lot times. +
Each of America’s six largest publicly traded dealer group say gross profit per new vehicle retailed declined on a year-over-year basis in the third quarter, some by double digits. +
Automotive News reports U.S. new vehicle sales registered a 1.2% overall improvement in October despite waning EV demand, led by increases for Toyota, Ford, Honda and Kia. +
Kelley Blue Book reports the average transaction price for a U.S.-sold new vehicle exceeded $50,000 for the first time in September despite increased incentive spending. +
Despite tightening among captive finance companies, the Credit Availability Index was essentially flat on a month-to-month basis in September, ticking back up to July’s 98.1 mark after falling by 0.2% in August. +
Tesla delivered 497,099 units to U.S. buyers and lessees in Q3, setting a single-quarter record as the clock ran out on the $7,500 federal EV tax credit. +
