Auto Dealerships

May 3, 2021

Year-End 2020 Auto Dealer Industry Newsletter Release

We are pleased to release our latest issue of Value Focus: Auto Dealer Industry Newsletter.  The newsletter features a commentary on industry data from year-end 2020.

Additionally, this issue includes two timely articles.  The first article discusses the seven factors of a highly effective Buy-Sell Agreement for auto dealerships.  When present, these factors can help reduce the risk of litigation upon a triggering event or business divorce.

The second article discusses the computer chip shortage, including how computer chips are used in the automotive industry, how the chip shortage came to fruition, how it is currently affecting the industry, and what it all might mean for auto dealers going forward.

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February 2026 SAAR
February 2026 SAAR
In February 2026, the U.S. auto industry regained its footing after experiencing a 7.4% decline in the SAAR in January. From January to February, the SAAR increased by 6.3%, reflecting a notable increase from 14.8 million light total units sold in January to 15.8 million units sold in February. However, on a year-over-year basis, the SAAR fell 1.5% from February 2025, the fifth consecutive month of year-over-year decreases.
A Conversation with John Murphy of Haig Partners: Part 1
A Conversation with John Murphy of Haig Partners: Part 1
John Murphy’s move from Wall Street to Haig Partners reflects a shift from quarter-to-quarter forecasting toward long-term, research-driven strategy for dealership operators. He sees structural valuation support in the franchise model and significant untapped earnings potential through lifecycle customer retention and disciplined capital allocation.
January 2026 SAAR
January 2026 SAAR
January 2026 SAAR declined to 14.9 million units, reflecting seasonal weakness, weather disruption, and lingering effects from Q4 tariff and EV credit dynamics. While transaction prices and consumer spending remain firm, brand-level inventory divergence and affordability pressures are shaping margin outlooks for dealers.

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