TSLA392.500-8.12%
GM80.540-0.78%
F12.870-0.005%
RIVN16.920-0.31%
CYD44.1700.91%
HMC25.3600.36%
TM215.250-1.95%
CVNA401.89014.36%
PAG162.8201.5%
LAD288.7605.72%
AN209.5301.54%
GPI351.2101.27%
ABG212.7101.27%
SAH71.7801.08%
TSLA392.500-8.12%
GM80.540-0.78%
F12.870-0.005%
RIVN16.920-0.31%
CYD44.1700.91%
HMC25.3600.36%
TM215.250-1.95%
CVNA401.89014.36%
PAG162.8201.5%
LAD288.7605.72%
AN209.5301.54%
GPI351.2101.27%
ABG212.7101.27%
SAH71.7801.08%
TSLA392.500-8.12%
GM80.540-0.78%
F12.870-0.005%
RIVN16.920-0.31%
CYD44.1700.91%
HMC25.3600.36%
TM215.250-1.95%
CVNA401.89014.36%
PAG162.8201.5%
LAD288.7605.72%
AN209.5301.54%
GPI351.2101.27%
ABG212.7101.27%
SAH71.7801.08%


About: Ashby Lincoln

Ashby Lincoln

Ashby Lincoln has spent over 7 years at CBT News, where he specializes in marketing and content strategy for the automotive industry. With a sharp eye for digital trends and a deep understanding of dealer communications, he helps shape compelling stories that resonate with retail professionals. Whether crafting headlines or driving long-term brand growth, his work reflects a commitment to clarity, creativity, and performance.

UAW, VW, agreement

Volkswagen, UAW reach tentative first labor agreement at Tennessee plant

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Mike Stanton, CEO and NADA, Chinese

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Dealer optimism rises as Stellantis scales back EV plans

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Scott Painter takes TrueCar private with $227M buyout, targets profitable growth

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Canada, Stellantis

Canada seeks to recover GM incentives after Oshawa layoffs

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affordability

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Affordability is still a challenge, but it’s not affecting every buyer the same way. Data from CarGurus has shown a clear split, creating what’s been called a “K-shaped” market. To...
Auto Industry Trends CBT Now
Toyota, global sales

Toyota retains global sales crown in 2025 as hybrid demand offsets US tariffs

- January 30, 2026
On the Dash: Toyota’s hybrid-heavy lineup and U.S. manufacturing footprint helped it endure higher tariffs and deliver record global sales. Absorbing tariff costs rather than raising prices proved effective in...
Industry News Articles
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- January 30, 2026
Dealerships face mounting pressure to move inventory faster and maximize every sales opportunity in an increasingly competitive market. On today's episode of Driving Solutions, Kerry Wise, Chief Marketing Officer at...
EVs & Technology Driving Solutions


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