Automotive Industry Resources That Turn Data into Decisions

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Q3 2026 State of the Industry: Consumers Keep Buying—But Record Prices and Rising Credit Risks Loom Large

October 8, 2026

Record prices, rising credit risk, and shifting consumer priorities are reshaping the auto market. Download the Q3 2026 State of the Industry report to see where demand is moving and what it means for dealers and OEMs.

 
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The Complete Playbook for Winning AI Search in 2026

October 6, 2026

Your next customer might ask ChatGPT which dealership to visit. Will it name you? This playbook shows how to appear in AI answers and use Catalyst IQ's SEO Intelligence tool to track AI recommendations, monitor competitors, and catch inaccurate business information.

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Q2 2026 State of the Industry: Record Prices, Resilient Demand

July 2026

Explores Q2 2026 shifts in pricing, demand, and buyer behavior as consumers adapt to record vehicle prices by prioritizing value and fuel efficiency.

Catalyst IQ Guide: How Real-Time Market Data Sells Cars Faster

How Real-Time Market Data Sells Cars Faster

June 2026

Discover how real-time market data and MarketAI show you what your market is buying today, how you rank against every competitor cross-shopping your buyers, and which cars need ad spend to move.

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Q1 2026 State of the Industry: Affordability Pressures Drive Shift in Demand

April 2026

Explores Q1 2026 shifts in new, used, and CPO demand as affordability pressures push buyers toward lower price points and fuel‑efficient vehicles.

The Complete Guide to Inventory-Based Advertising for Dealers

The Complete Guide 
to Inventory-Based Advertising for Dealers

August 24, 2026

Discover what VIN‑level advertising is and how VIN‑level scoring, campaign types, and real‑time market and inventory data inform digital advertising decisions.

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The Complete Guide to Dealership Website Optimization

March 25, 2026

Unlock actionable strategies to turn your dealership website into a high-performing sales tool by eliminating friction, optimizing for mobile, and focusing on what drives conversions.

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2026 State of the Industry: How 2025 Will Shape Auto Retail This Year

January 28, 2026

Reveals how 2026 isn't about chasing growth; it's about alignment. Dealers and OEMs that match inventory, pricing, and mix to real consumer demand will protect margins even if volume stays under pressure.

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Compare your performance against regional and national benchmarks with real-time, VIN-level data that reveals vehicle inventory and car sales trends. Know immediately if your challenges are unique to your store or part of a larger market shift.

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State of the Dealer: Our Monthly Newsletter

Answers the Question Every Dealer Asks: "Is It Going to Be Harder or Easier to Sell a Car in the Next 30 Days?"

Each month, State of the Dealer delivers exclusive insights and real-time automotive data to help dealers anticipate market shifts and stay ahead of the competition.

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