Auto Collabs
The walls are closing in on Franchised Retail Auto Dealers as the industry is moving at break-neck velocity toward a new way of doing business. The convergence of economic and social volatility, new entrants like Tesla and Carvana, and the new rules of retail are putting Auto Dealers in a crucible that will either destroy them or refine them.Auto Collabs brings you deep into real-talk conversations with the brightest operators and innovators in the Retail Auto Industry who believe the Dealer network is the single greatest way to serve the transportation needs of communities across the country. The only way Retail Auto Dealers and Industry Partners will survive is by committing to innovate together, so let’s get started. Welcome to Auto Collabs. // Auto Collabs is produced by Automotive State of the Union (ASOTU). Learn more at https://www.asotu.com
Auto Collabs
EVs, Tariffs, and Market Trends: A 2025 Outlook With Erin Keating of Cox Automotive | Public Policy Day 2025
During the DC Auto Show, Paul and Kyle hosted a podcast stage at Public Policy Day, and interviewed policy makers and industry experts.
In this episode, we sit down with Erin Keating, Executive Analyst and Senior Director of Economics and Industry Insights at Cox Automotive, to explore the latest trends shaping the automotive market.
Erin breaks down the vast amount of data Cox Automotive gathers—from consumer shopping habits to dealership transactions—and how it informs key industry decisions. She also shares insights on the current state of EV adoption, the impact of executive orders, and the role of tariffs in driving up vehicle costs.
From the shifting dynamics of vehicle pricing to the broader economic forces affecting car buyers, Erin provides a comprehensive look at what’s ahead for the industry.
We also discuss how regulatory changes, supply chain challenges, and consumer demand are shaping the future of automotive retail. Whether you're a dealer, manufacturer, or simply an industry observer, this conversation offers valuable takeaways on the forces influencing the road ahead.
Timestamped Takeaways:
0:00 Intro
0:54 Cox Automotive’s vast data sources reveal key industry insights
2:03 Translating data into actionable insights for manufacturers and dealers
2:52 EV adoption is rising, with one in four vehicles electrified in 2024
4:16 Clarifying the impact of CAFE standards on vehicle pricing
5:42 The hidden effects of tariffs on cars, parts, and dealerships
6:34 How tariffs could drive inflation in vehicle costs
8:02 Looking ahead: Policy, economics, and automotive trends for 2025
Thanks to Ascent Dealer Services for making our Public Policy Day coverage happen!
https://www.ascentdealerservices.com/
Erin Keating is Executive Analyst, Sr. Dir., Economics and Industry Insights at Cox Automotive
https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinfkeating/
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