2025: A Year to Remember — Thank You for Making It Possible
As we reflect on the past 12 months, we are overwhelmed with gratitude and pride. Thanks to the trust, partnership, and perseverance of our dealers and vendors, Advanced Dealer Solutions is closing out a record-setting year. We expanded our footprint significantly, supported more clients than ever before, and helped drive performance improvements across the network. Every milestone — from onboarding new dealerships to delivering scalable tools and services — reflects your commitment and hard work. Simply put: none of this would have been possible without you.
We want to express our deepest thanks. Your collaboration, feedback, and dedication have powered our growth. As we look back on a year of breakthroughs, we also look forward with optimism and resolve.
Glimpse Ahead: What 2026 Could Bring for Automotive Retail
As we gear up for 2026, the broader automotive market presents a mixed but cautiously optimistic picture — one that carries both opportunities and challenges for dealers who stay engaged, flexible, and data-driven.
Sales volumes — both new and used — are likely to remain meaningful. Some analysts expect the used-vehicle market to continue growing steadily through 2026, underpinned by consumer demand for value, strong interest in pre-owned, and a broadening digital sales footprint. Meanwhile, while new-vehicle affordability remains a concern, a baseline level of new sales should persist, especially as supply constraints gradually ease and manufacturers adjust pricing or incentives.
Interest rates and affordability will remain key pressure points. Financing costs are likely to continue influencing buyer decisions. Higher interest rates tend to drive more budget-conscious consumers toward used cars, and we may see increasing demand for lower-priced pre-owned units as a result. At the same time, margins on used sales may remain resilient if dealers proactively manage inventory, reconditioning, and pricing.
Consumer confidence will shape the pace — but value wins. Given ongoing economic uncertainty, many buyers may remain cautious. That said, consumers looking to balance mobility needs with budget limitations may increasingly turn toward used or certified pre-owned vehicles. This could drive stable demand in the used market, especially among value- and payment-sensitive buyers.
Profitability will depend on agility, inventory management, and value proposition. For dealers who lean into used-vehicle volume, enforce disciplined reconditioning, and leverage efficient acquisition strategies, 2026 could be a strong year. That said, competitive pressures, tighter margins, and changing buyer expectations mean success will likely go to those who stay agile, data-driven, and customer-focused.
Looking ahead, we at Advanced Dealer Solutions are more committed than ever to supporting you — with insights, services, and tools designed to help you navigate shifting markets, maximize profitability, and deliver an excellent experience for your customers. Thank you for being a part of our journey. We’re excited for what’s next — together.
—The Advanced Dealer Solutions Team
Please contact us if you or your team are unprepared or underserved. We promise the 15-minute conversation will be worth it!
Events we will be attending:
NADA 2026
Agent Summit
