TSLA433.5907.58%
GM79.7901%
F15.3250.395%
RIVN14.3900.17%
CYD59.0401.69%
HMC26.420-0.05%
TM190.0901.01%
CVNA70.1501.87%
PAG166.5901.86%
LAD283.0506.47%
AN191.7601.78%
GPI329.6303.45%
ABG190.0202.3%
SAH78.6900.53%
TSLA433.5907.58%
GM79.7901%
F15.3250.395%
RIVN14.3900.17%
CYD59.0401.69%
HMC26.420-0.05%
TM190.0901.01%
CVNA70.1501.87%
PAG166.5901.86%
LAD283.0506.47%
AN191.7601.78%
GPI329.6303.45%
ABG190.0202.3%
SAH78.6900.53%
TSLA433.5907.58%
GM79.7901%
F15.3250.395%
RIVN14.3900.17%
CYD59.0401.69%
HMC26.420-0.05%
TM190.0901.01%
CVNA70.1501.87%
PAG166.5901.86%
LAD283.0506.47%
AN191.7601.78%
GPI329.6303.45%
ABG190.0202.3%
SAH78.6900.53%


Articles

Negative equity is hitting record levels as more U.S. car buyers trade in vehicles they owe more on than they’re worth.

Negative equity on trade-ins hits a new high

- January 19, 2026
On the Dash: Nearly 30% of trade-ins toward new vehicles are underwater, the highest level since early 2021. The average negative equity on trade-ins has climbed to a record $7,214,...
Trump considers new tariffs on NATO allies over Greenland, pressuring European automakers and transatlantic auto trade.

Trump signals potential tariffs on NATO allies tied to Greenland negotiations

- January 19, 2026
On the Dash: Trump plans new tariffs on NATO allies unless they agree to a Greenland deal. European automakers exporting to the U.S. could face sharply higher costs. The move...
Canada will allow limited Chinese EV imports at reduced tariffs, drawing pushback from automakers, unions, and provincial leaders.

Canada to allow Chinese EVs under limited import quota

- January 19, 2026
On the Dash: Canada will allow up to 49,000 Chinese EVs annually at a reduced 6.1% tariff. Federal leaders say the deal could support affordability and future domestic production. Automakers,...
NHTSA gave Tesla more time to respond to a probe examining whether vehicles using Full Self-Driving violated traffic laws.

Tesla gets extension in federal probe of Full Self-Driving violations

- January 19, 2026
On the Dash: NHTSA extended Tesla’s response deadline to Feb. 23 in its Full Self-Driving traffic violation probe. Regulators are reviewing complaints, crash data, and internal records tied to alleged...
Used-vehicle sales rose in December, defying seasonal trends, as inventory stayed tight and Cox Automotive forecasts modest cooling in 2026.

Used-vehicle market posts late-year gains as inventory stays tight

- January 19, 2026
On the Dash: Retail used-vehicle sales increased year over year and month over month in December, an uncommon seasonal result. Inventory remains constrained at 49 days’ supply, with limited availability...
DSMA CEO Farid Ahmad

Insight from 501+ conversations with dealers: A candid interview with Farid Ahmad, CEO of DSMA

- January 19, 2026
With decades of experience in the automotive industry, Farid Ahmad, founder and CEO of Dealer Solutions Mergers & Acquisitions (DSMA)—North America’s leading automotive M&A firm with over 501 completed transactions—has...

Weekly roundup: Stellantis drops PHEVs, auto credit hits 2-year high, Jeff Wyler acquires Midwestern Auto Group

- January 17, 2026
ICYMI: Stellantis discontinues several PHEVs in North America. Auto credit conditions improved in December, hitting the highest level in 2025. Dave Cantin Group facilitated the sale of Midwestern Auto Group...
China expects slower auto sales and export growth in 2026 as weak demand, inventory pressure, and trade uncertainty persist.

China’s auto sales and exports expected to slow sharply in 2026

- January 16, 2026
On the Dash: China’s vehicle sales growth is expected to slow sharply to 1% in 2026. EV and plug-in hybrid sales growth is forecast to fall by nearly half year...
Ford, BYD

Ford considers sourcing hybrid batteries from BYD, WSJ reports

- January 16, 2026
On the Dash: Ford is exploring BYD as a battery supplier to support its growing hybrid vehicle lineup. The talks highlight Ford’s shift away from EVs and toward hybrids amid...
Trump administration officials tour Midwest auto plants to promote affordability as Ford urges changes to the USMCA trade pact.

Trump officials highlight auto affordability during Midwest plant tour

- January 16, 2026
On the Dash: Trump administration officials are touring Midwest auto plants to highlight affordability and domestic manufacturing. The visit comes as regulatory rollbacks advance and USMCA renegotiations approach this summer. ...