The July 2025 edition of the Automotive Insights Report (AIR), produced by the AADA in collaboration with AutoGrab, shows a slight slowdown in used vehicle sales activity following June’s end-of-financial-year peak, alongside continued softening in retained values across most segments.
The Automotive Insights Report is the only comprehensive national reporting of used car sales covering both dealer and private transactions. This national, all-channel view helps dealers, industry, and policy makers understand real demand, track emerging trends, and make better-informed decisions.
Key insights from July include:
- Sales ease after EOFY surge: National used car sales fell to 206,216 in July, down 2.8 per cent month-on-month. WA, TAS, ACT and NT recorded modest increases, while all other states saw declines.
- Dealer inventory remains strong: Dealers accounted for 47.5 per cent of sales and 55.5 per cent of listings. Total active listings rose 2.9 per cent to 339,742 nationally, the highest level so far in 2025.
- Hybrid and EV sales slow: Hybrid sales fell 8.5 per cent month-on-month, while EVs dropped 20.3 per cent. However, hybrid listings increased 13.6 per cent and EV listings rose 4.9 per cent, indicating ongoing supply growth in these segments.
- Days to sell dropped: Average days to sell across all used vehicles fell to 44.6 days in July, down from 47.0 in June, indicating a quicker turnover for vehicles that matched buyer demand.
The results are in line with seasonal patterns, with July often seeing a cooling in sales after EOFY. Stock levels are building, which is positive for consumer choice, but the ongoing softening in retained values is something dealers will be watching.
Dealers seeking more granular and local data can contact AutoGrab directly for a tailored solution.
If you are a dealer of a contributing brand and would like access to the monthly report please email Communications Manager Ashleigh Sykes on asykes@aada.asn.au.