Automakers are bracing for a modest rebound in U.S. light-vehicle sales this June, with forecasts suggesting a 4.4 to 8 percent increase over the same period last year. However, the industry is expected to end the first half of 2026 on a weaker note compared to the same period in 2025, a trend that has been weighing on automakers' bottom lines. Despite the anticipated uptick in sales, the market remains volatile, with ongoing economic uncertainty and shifting consumer preferences continuing to impact demand. As the industry looks to the second half of the year, analysts will be closely watching for signs of sustained momentum or a return to pre-pandemic sales levels.
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.
