Auto Trader forecasts UK new and used car transactions rise 3.4% to 10.17 million in 2026
Bitget2026/10/07 08:48AutoTrader forecast the UK new and used car retail market will rise 3.4% YoY to 10,170,000 transactions in 2026. New car registrations projected to climb 9.5% to 2,210,000, driven by aggressive pricing and wider model availability. Used car transactions expected to increase 1.9% to 7,950,000, implying the highest annual used volume since 2017. Outlook assumes growth across both segments, not a shift from used to new, despite uneven used vehicle supply. Analysis flagged stable like-for-like used retail prices, fast selling times, rising consumer confidence, and strong near-term buying intent. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. AutoTrader Group plc published the original content used to generate this news brief on October 07, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein.
- AutoTrader forecast the UK new and used car retail market will rise 3.4% YoY to 10,170,000 transactions in 2026.
- New car registrations projected to climb 9.5% to 2,210,000, driven by aggressive pricing and wider model availability.
- Used car transactions expected to increase 1.9% to 7,950,000, implying the highest annual used volume since 2017.
- Outlook assumes growth across both segments, not a shift from used to new, despite uneven used vehicle supply.
- Analysis flagged stable like-for-like used retail prices, fast selling times, rising consumer confidence, and strong near-term buying intent.
Disclaimer: The content of this article solely reflects the author's opinion and does not represent the platform in any capacity. This article is not intended to serve as a reference for making investment decisions.
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