TSLA397.4301.24999%
GM77.0300.16%
F14.1950.255%
RIVN18.0500.5499%
CYD45.8000.35%
HMC27.835-0.255%
TM176.5500.33%
CVNA70.7500.37%
PAG200.3706.82%
LAD331.72012.47%
AN204.3808.1%
GPI316.59017.41%
ABG219.5056.715%
SAH100.2907.91%
TSLA397.4301.24999%
GM77.0300.16%
F14.1950.255%
RIVN18.0500.5499%
CYD45.8000.35%
HMC27.835-0.255%
TM176.5500.33%
CVNA70.7500.37%
PAG200.3706.82%
LAD331.72012.47%
AN204.3808.1%
GPI316.59017.41%
ABG219.5056.715%
SAH100.2907.91%
TSLA397.4301.24999%
GM77.0300.16%
F14.1950.255%
RIVN18.0500.5499%
CYD45.8000.35%
HMC27.835-0.255%
TM176.5500.33%
CVNA70.7500.37%
PAG200.3706.82%
LAD331.72012.47%
AN204.3808.1%
GPI316.59017.41%
ABG219.5056.715%
SAH100.2907.91%


About: Jason Becknell

Jason Becknell

Jason Becknell is a staff writer and correspondent for CBT News. He covers the latest automotive industry news, market insights, emerging technology and trends, and key figures in the car business. Based in Atlanta, he's an Emmy Award-winning journalist with more than 25 years of experience in broadcasting and multimedia communications. He holds a degree in Journalism from the University of South Carolina.

Lucid denies bankruptcy, take-private rumors after stock plunges 41%

Lucid denies bankruptcy, take-private rumors after stock plunges 41%

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On the Dash: Lucid stock plunged 41% intraday on unverified bankruptcy and take-private rumors. An SEC filing denied the rumors, citing sufficient liquidity into next year. Layoffs, missed deliveries...
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The Niello Company shifts focus on used cars, pricing, and fees with record results

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ICYMI: A Senate committee will vote July 15 on a bill permanently banning Chinese automakers from the U.S. market. Washington dealers sued Scout Motors, arguing its direct-to-consumer sales model violates state franchise...
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2026 Q2 pickup sales reveals Ram rebounds, Ford F-Series remains on top

- July 10, 2026
On the Dash: 2026 Q2 pickup sales were led by the Ford F-Series, followed by the Chevrolet Silverado and Ram. Ram posted a 14% sales gain, its second straight quarter...
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On the Dash: Model Y L Premium starts at $61,990, undercutting nothing but adding Tesla's only US three-row option Launch Series bundles free FSD (supervised), Supercharging and paint options Model...
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EPA looks to relax emissions rules for heavy-duty trucks and buses 

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Waymo launching driverless rides in four new cities

Waymo launching driverless rides in four new cities

- July 9, 2026
On the Dash: Waymo will begin driverless rides in San Diego, Las Vegas, Tampa, and Denver in the coming weeks. The expansion extends Waymo's lead over Tesla and Zoox as...
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NHTSA warns self-driving car companies to fix “pattern” of emergency vehicle interference

- July 9, 2026
On the Dash: NHTSA sent a letter to autonomous vehicle developers about driverless cars interfering with emergency responders Officials called the behavior a danger to the public, comparing it human...
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Wholesale used-vehicle prices jump 2.1% after strongest spring in years

- July 9, 2026
On the Dash: Wholesale used-vehicle prices rose 2.1% year over year in June, easing slightly from May's pace. Used EV prices jumped 12% year over year, far outpacing the broader...
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