https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/used-car-prices-fall-in-q3-while-demand-for-fuel-efficient-vehicles-growsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/used-car-prices-fall-in-q3-while-demand-for-fuel-efficient-vehicles-growshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/used-car-prices-fall-in-q3-while-demand-for-fuel-efficient-vehicles-grows#u113824Sat, 10 Oct 2026 11:10:58 +0000Used vehicle prices fell during the third quarter of 2026, driven by higher fuel costs, inflation, and rising interest rates. According to Cox Automotive and Black Book data, wholesale depreciation accelerated as the market shifted toward fuel-efficient vehicles and electric models. Large trucks and SUVs underperformed as buyers grappled with elevated gasoline prices. Cox Automotive responded by slashing its full-year used-vehicle price forecast. Meanwhile, retail prices stayed elevated compared to new vehicles, showing that dealers face limits on buyer tolerance.Why it mattersThe broader auto