Turn Automotive Market Data into Instant Action

The State of the Dealer Report delivers the real-time market data you need to turn inventory faster, outpace competitors, and accelerate sales.

State of the Dealer Reports

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2026 State of the Industry

Date: January 2026

See how buyer behavior, fuel mix, and inventory performance are changing and what that means for your dealership this year.

The Intelligence Dealers Trust to Stay Ahead

Market Movement Analysis

National inventory levels, vehicle movement trends, and turn rates across new, used, and CPO segments.

Regional Market Performance

Top gaining and declining DMAs by inventory, sales volume, turn rate, and days-to-move.

Pricing Dynamics

Average marketed prices, market adjustments vs. MSRP, and month-over-month pricing trends by segment and region.

Expert Market Outlook

Forward-looking analysis that answers the question: "Is it going to be harder or easier to sell a car in the next 30 days?"

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