We’re pleased to share that insights from the Q3 2025 Haig Report® were featured in Car Dealership Guy News’ latest analysis on the forces reshaping dealership M&A. The article highlights how our data is helping operators understand the sharp market pivot that occurred in the third quarter—and what it signals for buyers and sellers heading into 2026.

In Q3, 149 dealerships traded hands, blue sky values climbed to an average of $22.4M, and profits rose 13% compared to last year. After a stalled first half marked by uncertainty around taxes and tariffs, our data shows that momentum returned quickly as buyers raced to get ahead of shifting policy and regulatory risk.

The feature also draws on Alan Haig’s perspective from his recent appearance on the Car Dealership Guy Podcast, including how evolving EV strategies, brand performance, and external policy forces are now playing an outsized role in valuation differences across franchises.

As the industry prepares for what could be the most dynamic 24–36 months in recent memory, we’re proud that the Haig Report® continues to serve as the trusted benchmark for understanding dealership values and trends.

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