Q3 2025 Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index Shows Steady Confidence Amid Economic Headwinds

Q3 2025 Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index Shows Steady Confidence Amid Economic Headwinds

The Q3 Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index reveals steady confidence among dealers, and the market outlook index rose slightly.Dealer profitability declined, while the cost index held at the highest score in the survey.Optimism for electric vehicles is at a record…

Dealer confidence steady in Q3 despite profit pressure and EV concerns

On the Dash: Dealer confidence stayed steady in Q3 with a market index of 43, despite softer traffic and profitability, according to the Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index (CADSI). Rising costs and pricing pressure remain key challenges, with CADSI reporting a record-high cost index of 70 and higher price pressure. EV sales outlook hit a record-low score of 30, driven by uncertainty over expiring federal tax credits. U.S. auto dealers mainta…