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.
Remote F&I is no longer just a workaround. For dealers selling cars to out-of-state buyers or customers who simply prefer to close from home, it is becoming a standard part...
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Cox Automotive paused Good and Great price badges on Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book.
The FTC warned 97 dealer groups in March that advertised prices must include...
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EVs cost 42% more to insure than gas-powered cars, but the gap is narrowing.
At today's gas prices, EV owners still save $567 to $1,007 per year...
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Novelis expects to restart its Oswego hot mill within weeks, ahead of a late June target.
The shutdown cost Novelis an estimated $925 million in pre-tax losses...
For a family-owned dealership group, growth is rarely just about adding stores. It's about knowing what works, building the right team and leaving a legacy. Vaden Automotive in Savannah, Georgia,...
Leadership expert Dave Anderson says culture doesn't develop on its own; it takes the temperature of whoever is leading it.
On the latest episode of Lessons in Leadership, Anderson outlines the...
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Hyundai and Kia each posted record U.S. hybrid sales in May 2026.
Both brands are racing for the No. 2 U.S. hybrid spot behind Toyota.
Hyundai sold...
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China is making advanced driver assistance systems standard on affordable vehicles, giving it a data advantage.
GM, Ford, and Stellantis are all targeting 2028 for hands-free or...
The used electric vehicle market is growing fast. The expiration of the federal incentives for new EVs, along with rising gas prices, and the influx of pre-owned EVs into the...
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Iran suspended ceasefire talks with the U.S., citing ongoing Israeli military operations in Lebanon and Gaza.
Oil prices jumped more than 7% Monday, pushing the national gas...