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France opens invitation to China’s BYD for an EV factory amid EU-China trade tensions
French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire has made a significant move by inviting China's well-known...
UAW members authorize strike at Stellantis plant over safety concerns
United Auto Workers (UAW) members have voted to authorize a strike at Stellantis' Michigan stamping...
Lucid losses narrow in first quarter despite price cuts
Lucid's first-quarter earnings revealed positive shifts for the fledgling brand, with most financial metrics improving...
NHTSA investigates Tesla’s Autopilot safety features, July 1 deadline
Tesla's December recall of over 2 million vehicles to enhance Autopilot safety features is now...
GOP bill aims to repeal U.S. EV tax credit, hurting production and benefiting China
Republicans have proposed an Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) bill to repeal the U.S. EV tax...
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France opens invitation to China’s BYD for an EV factory amid EU-China trade tensions
French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire has made a significant move by inviting China's well-known...
UAW members authorize strike at Stellantis plant over safety concerns
United Auto Workers (UAW) members have voted to authorize a strike at Stellantis' Michigan stamping...
Lucid losses narrow in first quarter despite price cuts
Lucid's first-quarter earnings revealed positive shifts for the fledgling brand, with most financial metrics improving...
AIADA leaders discuss concerns and advancements in EV transition – Cody Lusk & Anthony Brownlee
The American International Automobile Dealers (AIADA) has been at the forefront of advocating for the interests and tackling the challenges faced by international nameplate auto dealers in the United States. In this episode of...
Navigating trade-in objections: why slow and steady win the race — Sean Gardner |...
Trade-in negotiations can be tricky for salespeople to navigate, as a disappointing appraisal can quickly sour the client relationship. How can dealership teams set realistic expectations during this process without losing their customer's business?
On this...
Tom Maoli reveals insight into market trends, political implications, and business strategies
According to Edmunds, BMW led U.S. luxury sales in the first quarter. As elections quickly approach, what implications will they have for the high-end luxury car market? On today's episode of Inside Automotive, Tom...
How Christine Vinatieri-Erickson is pioneering leadership and forward thinking in a male-dominated industry
In the fast-paced world of the automotive and trucking industries, where leadership roles have often been dominated by men, a beacon of change and resilience emerges in the form of Christine Vinatieri-Erickson. As the...
Are Honda and Volkswagen betting against the franchise model? — John Devlin | Automotive...
Dealers have grown increasingly worried that automakers such as Volkswagen and Honda will choose to sell their upcoming electric vehicles through a direct-sales system rather than using the tried-and-true franchise model. What would this shift look...
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Mobile service startups transform car service, capturing dealership attention
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What mobile service has to offer for your dealership — Jim Sabino | All American Ford
Mobile service is becoming increasingly essential to meet consumer preferences on the convenience and accessibility...
France opens invitation to China’s BYD for an EV factory amid EU-China trade tensions
French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire has made a significant move by inviting China's well-known electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD to set up a factory in France. This invitation was made during a meeting...
UAW members authorize strike at Stellantis plant over safety concerns
United Auto Workers (UAW) members have voted to authorize a strike at Stellantis' Michigan stamping plant if talks between company leadership and union officials fail to resolve alleged safety issues in the coming weeks.
In...
Lucid losses narrow in first quarter despite price cuts
Lucid's first-quarter earnings revealed positive shifts for the fledgling brand, with most financial metrics improving despite a global cooldown in battery-powered car demand.
The electric vehicle startup posted revenues of $172.7 million for the period,...
NHTSA investigates Tesla’s Autopilot safety features, July 1 deadline
Tesla's December recall of over 2 million vehicles to enhance Autopilot safety features is now under the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) scrutiny. Following 20 accidents involving cars with the updated Autopilot software,...
GOP bill aims to repeal U.S. EV tax credit, hurting production and benefiting China
Republicans have proposed an Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) bill to repeal the U.S. EV tax credit. If this bill passes, it would delay the U.S.'s progress in electric vehicle production and give China an...
VP Kamala Harris announces $100 million in grants for auto suppliers
Vice President Kamala Harris has announced $100 million in federal grants for automotive suppliers as the White House looks to accelerate the car industry's transition toward electric vehicles.
Harris' announcement, posted in a news release,...
UAW members approve 25% pay increase in new deal with Daimler Truck
On May 4, United Auto Workers (UAW) union members approved a new labor agreement with Daimler Truck. The agreement is valid for four years and includes a minimum 25% increase in general pay. It...
American Honda sales jump in April but roadblocks remain in key markets
Honda reported strong April sales in the U.S. but continued to face challenges in the luxury and electric markets.
The automaker posted North American sales of 116,586 units across its main and luxury brands, representing the...
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