The U.S. new light-vehicle market is projected to see a modest rebound in September, with sales expected to climb by 6 to 9 percent, according to industry analysts. However, this uptick will not be enough to offset a decline in deliveries for the third quarter as a whole, which could fall by up to 1 percent. The forecast highlights a mixed performance in the automotive sector, with short-term gains failing to reverse broader quarterly trends. Analysts will be watching closely to see whether consumer demand stabilizes or continues its uneven pattern.


The U.S. new light-vehicle market is expected to rise 6 to 9 percent in September, but cap a third quarter that will see industry deliveries drop as much as 1 percent, analysts forecast.