 A safe place to go loud. A great place for progressive politics. KBLA Talk 1580. I'm Doug Davis with the latest from the Black Information Network. U.S. auto sales are expected to slow down during the second half of the year, according to Cox Automotive. Vehicle inventory levels are growing and incentives are increasing. Experts believe the second half of the year is going to be a tough one for automakers due to growing uncertainty around the economy, interest rates, and the U.S. presidential election.