In 2024, the auto industry in the United States sold approximately 15.9 million light vehicle units. This figure includes retail sales of about three million passenger cars and just under 12.9 million light trucks. Lower fuel consumption There are many kinds of light vehicles available in the United States. Light-duty vehicles are popular for their utility and improved fuel economy, making them an ideal choice for savvy consumers. As of Model Year 2023, the light vehicle manufacturer with the best overall miles per gallon was Kia, with one gallon of gas allowing for 30.4 miles on the road. Higher brand satisfaction When asked about light vehicle satisfaction, consumers in the United States were most satisfied with Toyota, Subaru, Tesla, and Mercedes-Benz models. Another survey conducted in 2018 and quizzing respondents on their stance regarding the leading car brands indicated that Lexus was among the most dependable brands based on the number of problems reported per 100 vehicles.

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The U.S. auto industry sold nearly ************* cars in 2024. That year, total car and light truck sales were approximately ************ in the United States. U.S. vehicle sales peaked in 2016 at roughly ************ units. Pandemic impact The COVID-19 pandemic deeply impacted the U.S. automotive market, accelerating the global automotive semiconductor shortage and leading to a drop in demand during the first months of 2020. However, as demand rebounded, new vehicle supply could not keep up with the market. U.S. inventory-to-sales ratio dropped to its lowest point in February 2022, as Russia's war on Ukraine lead to gasoline price hikes. During that same period, inflation also impacted new and used car prices, pricing many U.S. consumers out of a market with increasingly lower car stocks. Focus on fuel economy The U.S. auto industry had one of its worst years in 1982 when customers were beginning to feel the effects of the 1973 oil crisis and the energy crisis of 1979. Since light trucks would often be considered less fuel-efficient, cars accounted for about ** percent of light vehicle sales back then. Thanks to improved fuel economy for light trucks and cheaper gas prices, this picture had completely changed in 2020. That year, prices for Brent oil dropped to just over ** U.S. dollars per barrel. The decline occurred in tandem with lower gasoline prices, which came to about **** U.S. dollars per gallon in 2020 - and cars only accounted for less than one-fourth of light vehicle sales that year. Four years on, prices are dropping again, after being the highest on record since 1990 in 2022.

Total Vehicle Sales in the United States increased to 16.40 Million in September from 16.10 Million in August of 2025. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - United States Total Vehicle Sales - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

Autos include all passenger cars, including station wagons. The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis releases auto and truck sales data, which are used in the preparation of estimates of personal consumption expenditures.

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In 2022, U.S. auto shoppers bought approximately 2.86 million autos. Meanwhile, light trucks accounted for more than 79 percent of light vehicles sold to individual customers and corporate fleets in the United States.

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Key information about United States Motor Vehicles Sales Growth

• United States Motor Vehicles Sales dropped 1.0 % in Feb 2025, compared with a growth of 2.8 % in the previous month.
• US Motor Vehicles Sales Growth rate is updated monthly, available from Jan 1977 to Feb 2025, with an average growth rate of 1.8 %.
• The data reached an all-time high of 109.5 % in Apr 2021 and a record low of -45.9 % in Apr 2020.
• Car Sales of US recorded 1,253,157.0 units in Feb 2025.

In 2018, about ******* cars were sold in Florida, making it the second best performing state in terms of car sales. Car sales are losing popularity in the United States with more motorists preferring other segments such as small trucks, SUVs, and minivans. Overall, some *** million light vehicles were sold to customers in Florida in 2018. California dominates traditional and electric car sales California is not only the largest market for cars but also for plug-in electric vehicles. The state is known for progressive state legislation that promotes the manufacturing and sale of electric vehicles. It is also the home to the Tesla headquarters. The company is behind much of the growth of electric vehicles in the United States. Over *** percent of California’s new vehicle sales in 2018 were electric vehicles. The Californian electric vehicle fleet is expected to surpass ***** million vehicles by 2030. With so many electric vehicles on the road, heavy investments must be made into electric vehicle infrastructure. An extensive network of charging stations has been set up along highways between Mexico and Canada. The ‘West Coast Green Highway’ consists of hundreds of fast chargers in California, Oregon, and Washington. Pacific Coast states accounted for over***** of all U.S. electric vehicle sales in 2018.

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Key information about United States Motor Vehicle Sales: Passenger Cars

• United States Motor Vehicle Sales: Passenger Cars was reported at 3,116,647.000 Unit in Dec 2023.
• This records an increase from the previous number of 2,858,575.000 Unit for Dec 2022.
• US Motor Vehicle Sales: Passenger Cars data is updated yearly, averaging 6,089,403.000 Unit from Dec 2005 to 2023, with 19 observations.
• The data reached an all-time high of 7,761,592.000 Unit in 2006 and a record low of 2,858,575.000 Unit in 2022.
• US Motor Vehicle Sales: Passenger Cars data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers.
• The data is categorized under World Trend Plus’s Association: Automobile Sector – Table RA.OICA.MVS: Motor Vehicle Sales: by Country and Type: Passenger Car (PC).

The United States witnessed a surge in plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) sales in 2023, with a record-breaking ******* units sold. This marked a significant increase of **** percent compared to the previous year, surpassing the quarter-million threshold for the first time. The growth in PHEV sales aligns with the broader trend of increasing electric vehicle adoption in the U.S. market. Electric vehicle market share gains momentum While PHEVs experienced substantial growth, battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) have been driving the overall increase in electric vehicle market share. In December 2023, plug-in electric vehicles accounted for over ** percent of the U.S. light vehicle market, with BEVs contributing *** percent of that share. The 2023 calendar year saw BEV sales reach *** million units, representing a **** percent year-over-year increase. This growth indicates a shifting consumer preference towards electric vehicles, although the U.S. still lags behind Europe and Asia in EV adoption Challenges and opportunities in the U.S. automotive landscape Despite the rise in electric vehicle sales, traditional automakers continue to dominate the U.S. market. Ford remained the leading car brand in 2023, delivering approximately *** million vehicles. However, the automotive industry faces challenges such as semiconductor shortages, worker strikes, layoffs, and increased competition. The U.S. auto market sold nearly **** million light trucks in 2023, which was the first year when sales fully recovered from the pandemic-induced downturn. As the industry evolves, manufacturers are adapting to changing consumer preferences, with light trucks gaining popularity over passenger cars in recent years.

United States - Total Vehicle Sales was 16.49200 Mil. of Units in August of 2025, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, United States - Total Vehicle Sales reached a record high of 22.05500 in October of 2001 and a record low of 8.94400 in April of 2020. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for United States - Total Vehicle Sales - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on September of 2025.

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Graph and download economic data for Advance Retail Sales: Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers (RSMVPD) from Jan 1992 to Aug 2025 about dealers, parts, retail trade, vehicles, sales, retail, and USA.

This driver tracks the number of new vehicles, including cars and light trucks, purchased in the United States in a given year. Data is sourced from the US Bureau of Economic Analysis and is forecast using data from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA).

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This dataset included Information about 43 brands, and 445 models of vehicles for sale in the US. The period is from 2013 to 2022 Data source: www.goodcarbadcar.net, www.marklines.com/en/vehicle_sales/index