Colin Fitzpatrick has spent over 3 years at CBT News, where he leads social media and marketing strategy for the automotive industry. With a keen understanding of digital engagement and dealership communications, he helps deliver impactful content that connects with retail professionals.
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• Stellantis targets a 25% U.S. sales increase in 2026, led by the new Cherokee.
• The 2026 Cherokee is Jeep’s first traditional hybrid in the U.S., rated at...
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• Lucid is cutting 12% of its workforce, affecting hundreds of employees.
• Production workers in Arizona are not impacted by the layoffs.
• The company is focused on margin...
Dealership profitability increasingly depends on speed, visibility, and execution across every department. Technology that unifies front- and back-end operations while reducing time-to-market now defines competitive advantage. On today’s episode of...
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Potential changes to USMCA rules could impact vehicle pricing, sourcing and availability across North American dealerships.
Stricter content requirements may influence OEM production strategies, affecting inventory mix...
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Auto insurance rates edged down nationally in January 2026, with full coverage averaging $178 per month.
Vehicle technology, location and driver profile remain the primary factors shaping...
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Vehicle dependability has reached its highest problem level since the study redesign in 2022.
Infotainment and mobile phone integration issues remain the top sources of owner complaints.
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Uber will spend $100 million to build charging hubs for autonomous vehicles in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Dallas.
The company aims to deploy robotaxis in at...
Increasing vehicle service contract (VSC) penetration and boosting profit per retail unit begin long before the menu presentation. On today's episode of F&I Today, Paul Brown, vice president of Ascent...
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Supplier relations and purchasing discipline directly impact vehicle availability, incentives and production stability
Leadership changes suggest Stellantis is prioritizing cost control and quality amid ongoing supply chain...
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Nearly 80% of dealers report rising fraud over the past two years.
Almost half lost four or more vehicles to identity fraud.
Most dealers link increased fraud...