Most buyers still close their auto purchases at the store, though online shopping is rising.

The estimated used retail days-to-turn is now at about 44.

Depreciation proved normal for the early part of the year last week.

Wholesale market is stabilizing, based on last week's activity.

Forecast predicts consumer spending will hit a record for January.

Auction inventory increased last week, conversion rates were high, and depreciation slowed.

Electric models, though, made headway last year in the rankings.

Commercial vehicles are the silent profit driver for dealerships.

Wholesale auction activity revived last week after the holiday slowdown.

Cox forecasts they’ll do as well this year despite expected obstacles.