Q3 2026 Sales Forecast Update Insights
Overview
The Cox Automotive Economic and Industry Insights team provides valuable analysis on the third-quarter U.S. auto market performance. This presentation discusses the economic and consumer trends that are shaping the automotive industry.
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Introduction: Q3 2026 Sales Forecast Update
- Presenter: Mark Schirmer, Director of Communications
- Overview: Introduction to the on-demand format and an overview of the current market conditions.
- Runtime: 3 minutes | Watch Intro
Chapter 1: Economic and Auto Market Overview
- Presenter: Jeremy Robb, Chief Economist
- Summary: Examination of the economic environment shaping the auto market amidst inflation and lower consumer sentiment.
- Runtime: 7 minutes | Watch Chapter 1
Chapter 2: The Dealer Perspective
- Presenter: Alex Bland, Senior Director of Customer and Market Research
- Summary: Insights from the Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index, addressing dealer concerns regarding consumer finances and operating costs.
- Runtime: 6 minutes | Watch Chapter 2
Chapter 3: Consumer Health and Sentiment
- Presenter: Erin Keating, Executive Analyst
- Summary: Analysis of consumer behaviors in the vehicle market amid affordability pressures.
- Runtime: 6 minutes | Watch Chapter 3
Chapter 4: New-Vehicle Market Scoreboard
- Presenter: Charlie Chesbrough, Senior Economist
- Summary: Reviewing third-quarter new-vehicle sales, inventory, pricing trends, and updated sales forecasts.
- Runtime: 11 minutes | Watch Chapter 4
Chapter 5: Used-Vehicle Market Scoreboard
- Presenter: Mark Strand, Deputy Chief Economist
- Summary: Insights into used-vehicle trends concerning demand, pricing, and inventory.
- Runtime: 10 minutes | Watch Chapter 5
Chapter 6: Electrified Vehicle Market
- Presenter: Stephanie Valdez Streaty, Director of Industry Insights
- Summary: Update on electric vehicle sales and pricing, along with market outlook.
- Runtime: 9 minutes | Watch Chapter 6
Chapter 7: Credit Availability and the Cost of Borrowing
- Presenter: Jonathan Gregory, Senior Director of Economic and Industry Insights
- Summary: Exploration of auto credit conditions and borrowing trends in the market.
- Runtime: 8 minutes | Watch Chapter 7
Chapter 8: Transportation and Freight Perspectives
- Presenter: Zo Rahim, Senior Manager of Economic and Industry Insights
- Summary: Review of trends in vehicle transportation and freight market conditions.
- Runtime: 7 minutes | Watch Chapter 8
Chapter 9: Forecast Update and Outlook
- Presenter: Jeremy Robb, Chief Economist
- Summary: Updating Cox Automotive’s 2026 forecasts based on recent changes and risks.
- Runtime: 9 minutes | Watch Chapter 9
Closing Remarks: Q3 2026 Sales Forecast Update
- Presenter: Mark Schirmer, Director of Communications
- Summary: Final remarks and directions for further insights.
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Additional Insights
- Auto Market Brief: A biweekly newsletter for industry news and Cox Automotive perspectives.
- Podcast: Focused on trends addressing the automotive market.
- Dashboard: Latest new- and used-vehicle sales and economic data tracking.
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