What does “great” AI actually look like in the service lane? Many dealers are still figuring that out. It’s not about the technology itself but how it performs for your...
DETROIT (January 14, 2026) – Lotlinx, the auto industry’s first and only VIN Performance platform built to help dealers maximize profitability, announced today the appointment of Randy Kobat as Chief...
COLUMBUS, OHIO — JANUARY 14, 2026 — The Jeff Wyler Automotive Family (JWAF), one of the largest privately held automotive groups in the country, today announced the acquisition of Midwest...
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December Ease of Purchase score lands at 69%, below 2025’s 84% average.
Vehicle availability dropped to 31%, forcing more shoppers to buy in transit or choose alternatives.
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Trump promoted his economic and manufacturing agenda during a high-profile visit to Detroit.
He downplayed the importance of the USMCA ahead of its required review, raising concerns...
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The EPA stopped monetizing health benefits when regulating PM2.5 and ozone pollutants.
The change was disclosed in a preliminary version of a new power plant emissions rule...
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Ford is adding a new performance-focused Bronco positioned below the Raptor.
The Bronco RTR aims to offer off-road capability at a lower price point than the Raptor.
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GM scaled back EV investments after fuel economy rollbacks and the end of federal EV tax credits reduced demand.
Mary Barra said electric vehicles remain GM’s long-term...
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Jeff Wyler Automotive acquired Midwestern Auto Group in a $500 million deal, adding 14 premium and luxury franchises.
The acquisition expands Wyler’s portfolio to 64 franchises, strengthening...
The long-predicted electric-only future for cars is unraveling faster than most experts expected. Across the globe, internal combustion engines are making a comeback, and consumers, automakers, and governments alike are...