Spring rush fading followed by flat ATPs, rising MSRPs and less generous purchase motivators.

Both new and used vehicle values increased in April.

After unusual spring rush, demand started to wane mid-April as supply thinned.

Cox analysis forecasts continued brisk spring sales eating into existing inventories, along with coming price hikes, especially for lower-priced models.

February activity above seasonal normal, lowering supply.

Year-over-year increase exceeds seasonal normal. Meanwhile, Cox expects muted growth this year.

December buying spree, especially for luxury models, capped four-month upward ATP streak.

Various conditions combined to pull consumers from the sidelines.

Settled election makes them optimistic despite lingering affordability issues.

October data show solid improvements on the tailwinds of incentives, leases.