Top 5 Auto Apps Performance in the US: Q3 2025

In the third quarter of 2025, the performance of the top auto applications in the United States showed varied trends in downloads and user engagement, according to data from Sensor Tower.

CarGurus: Used & New Cars experienced a steady increase in weekly downloads, peaking at approximately 80K in early September. However, weekly active users saw a decline from around 1.2M to just under 900K by the end of the quarter.

CARFAX - New & Used Cars maintained a consistent revenue stream, with weekly earnings hovering around $85K to $90K. Downloads peaked at 75K in mid-August, while active users fluctuated, ending the quarter at approximately 450K.

Autotrader – Shop All the Cars saw weekly downloads stabilize around 55K to 60K, while active users decreased from nearly 490K to 400K throughout the quarter.

Cars.com - New & Used Cars downloads varied, starting strong at nearly 50K but dropping to about 35K by the end of September. Active users displayed a similar decline, from over 800K to around 710K.

Shell: Fuel, Charge & More downloads fluctuated between 33K and 49K, with a slight upward trend towards the end of the quarter. Meanwhile, weekly active users increased from 300K to approximately 370K.

These insights from Sensor Tower highlight the dynamic nature of the auto app market in the US, with more detailed analyses available on their platform.