New Auto Sales Set To Slow in 2026

A report from Cox Automotive suggests that new car sales will be more sluggish than previous in 2026. Cox projects that 15.8 million new vehicles will be sold in the U.S. next year, a 2.4% decline versus the year prior. “The fact is, most vehicle sales metrics in 2025 were slightly stronger than many forecast – including us. Our 2026 forecast reflects a slowing market, but still a good one,” said Jeremy Robb, interim chief economist at Cox Automotive (via FOX Business).