"Auto Industry Gears Up for Slight Boost: Analysts Predict 4.4-8 Percent Increase in June Sales. Despite a promising forecast for the month of June, the U.S. light-vehicle sales market is expected to close the first half of the year with a disappointing overall performance. Compared to the same period in 2025, sales are projected to decline, a trend that has plagued the industry in recent months. As the auto sector navigates a complex landscape of economic uncertainty and shifting consumer preferences, the modest increase in June sales will be a welcome respite, but it remains to be seen whether it will be enough to propel the industry back on track."
U.S. light-vehicle sales are forecast to rise 4.4 to 8 percent in June, capping a first half that will be weaker overall compared to 2025, analysts say.
