U.S. auto sales down 2.5% in December, up 1.9% for the full year to 16.27 million units
MarkLines' data compiled as of January 6, 2026, shows that U.S. new car sales for December 2025 were 1,462,226 units, down 2.5% year-on-year, and 16,268,873 units for the full year, up 1.9% year-on-year. December had 26 business days, one more than the same month last year.
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