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TM190.1100.02%
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LAD292.6309.58%
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TSLA440.3606.77%
GM84.1204.33%
F15.8800.56%
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CYD59.7100.67%
HMC26.8800.46%
TM190.1100.02%
CVNA73.0002.85%
PAG169.0102.42%
LAD292.6309.58%
AN194.9403.18%
GPI331.7002.07%
ABG193.9603.94%
SAH83.5804.89%
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GM84.1204.33%
F15.8800.56%
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HMC26.8800.46%
TM190.1100.02%
CVNA73.0002.85%
PAG169.0102.42%
LAD292.6309.58%
AN194.9403.18%
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General Motors has postponed production of two new electric pickups to 2025 but denies the decision is related to the UAW strike.

General Motors delays electric pickups, postpones Investor Day

- October 18, 2023
General Motors has postponed production of its Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra electric pickups until 2025, one year later than originally expected. The delay will force the automaker's Orion Assembly plant...
used car market Monthly wholesale & SAAR prices decline in first half of October.

Monthly wholesale and SAAR prices decline in first half of October

- October 18, 2023
The first 15 days of October saw a 1.6% drop in wholesale used car prices from September. The midmonth Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index fell to 211.0, representing a 3.3%...
AutoNation dropped its bid to acquire the U.K.-based Pendragon, shortly after Lithia Motors' decision to raise its original offer.

AutoNation exits bidding war for UK’s Pendragon

- October 18, 2023
AutoNation on Tuesday rescinded its offer to purchase U.K.-based automotive retailer Pendragon, roughly three weeks after joining a bidding war composed of America's largest dealership groups. In late September, AutoNation submitted...
The NADA has elected Tom Castriota as its next vice chairman, indicating that he will be the organization's chairman in 2025.

NADA board names Tom Castriota its new vice chairman

- October 18, 2023
The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) has elected Tom Castriota as its next vice chairman, indicating that he will likely be the organization's chairman in 2025, according to Automotive News. At...
Encouraging a culture of creativity and innovation within your organization makes employees feel much more comfortable sharing new ideas.

Fostering a culture of creativity to drive innovation in your dealership

- October 18, 2023
As with most sectors, the automotive industry must continue to come up with creative solutions and groundbreaking innovations to keep consumers happy. Professionals in the automotive retail industry have to...
Providing tailored, personalized suggestions based on a user’s browsing history, mobile apps can make customers feel appreciated and understood.

Leveraging mobile apps for improved customer engagement in dealerships

- October 18, 2023
On any given day in your dealership, a mechanic will grapple with diagnosing a perplexing issue in a customer’s vehicle. A tool that swiftly and accurately solves the mystery would...
Car buyers enjoyed a more affordable new vehicle market in September in spite of rising interest rates and economic headwinds.

Affordable car prices, wage growth negate rate hikes in September

- October 17, 2023
Car buyers enjoyed a more affordable new vehicle market in September in spite of rising interest rates and economic headwinds. According to Cox Automotive's monthly report, measures of affordability improved both...
An automotive lobby group has submitted a new challenge to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's new fuel-efficiency proposal.

Auto lobby group warns fuel-efficiency standards would raise car prices

- October 17, 2023
The Alliance for Automotive Innovation, a lobby group representing major U.S. automakers, including the Detroit-Three, has submitted a new challenge to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's recommended fuel-efficiency standards. If...
Cars Commerce is focused on simplifying car buying and selling by removing complexity and increasing transparency in the retail experience.

Cars.com unites commerical brands under Cars Commerce platform

- October 17, 2023
Cars.com today announced that its various commercial brands will come together under the new enterprise brand name, Cars Commerce. This change aims to enhance its platform strategy and better connect...
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Tesla is recalling roughly 55,000 Model X vehicles

- October 17, 2023
On October 17, a U.S. auto regulator confirmed that Tesla would recall 54,676 Model X vehicles manufactured between 2021 and 2023 because the car controller failed to detect low braking...