TSLA394.350-1.83%
GM77.6500.78%
F14.1950.255%
RIVN17.8000.3%
CYD45.8720.422%
HMC27.870-0.22%
TM176.8800.66%
CVNA70.5900.21%
PAG200.4506.9%
LAD331.70012.45001%
AN203.7057.425%
GPI319.16019.98%
ABG218.6405.85%
SAH99.7407.36%
TSLA394.350-1.83%
GM77.6500.78%
F14.1950.255%
RIVN17.8000.3%
CYD45.8720.422%
HMC27.870-0.22%
TM176.8800.66%
CVNA70.5900.21%
PAG200.4506.9%
LAD331.70012.45001%
AN203.7057.425%
GPI319.16019.98%
ABG218.6405.85%
SAH99.7407.36%
TSLA394.350-1.83%
GM77.6500.78%
F14.1950.255%
RIVN17.8000.3%
CYD45.8720.422%
HMC27.870-0.22%
TM176.8800.66%
CVNA70.5900.21%
PAG200.4506.9%
LAD331.70012.45001%
AN203.7057.425%
GPI319.16019.98%
ABG218.6405.85%
SAH99.7407.36%


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.

F&I office most trusted, but pain points remain, CDK Global survey finds

F&I office most trusted, but pain points remain, CDK Global survey finds

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Customers trust the F&I office more than any other part of the dealership visit, even as long wait times and duplicated paperwork continue to frustrate them. That's according to CDK...
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On the Dash: Ford is recalling 110,626 Mustang and Mustang Mach-E vehicles over wiper and rear differential defects Honda is recalling 325,588 Odyssey vehicles over a rearview camera that can...
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Mercedes-Benz Q2 sales fall 8% amid weakening sales in China

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On the Dash: Polestar is discounting the Polestar 3 and 4 by up to $25,000 before its 2027 exit. Commerce Department banned Polestar, owned by Geely, over Chinese software issues. ...
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GM halts shipments of 2027 Vistiq over third-row seat hazard

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On the Dash: GM halted 2027 Cadillac Vistiq shipments amid a third-row seat recall The recall covers 14,540 SUVs with a seatback that can trap a child while folding Dealers...
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On the Dash: Ford signs long-term Strategic Customer Agreement with Micron to secure next-gen vehicle chip supply. Micron will expand automotive memory output, backed by its Manassas, Virginia DRAM production. ...
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New-vehicle sales climb 4.4% in June as hybrids surge

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On the Dash: New-vehicle sales rose 4.4% year over year in June, reaching a 16.52 million SAAR, according to NADA. Hybrid sales jumped 19.4% in the first half of 2026,...
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Dave Cantin Group pairs athletes and dealers for a winning team

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Professional athletes are increasingly looking past endorsement deals and building real ownership positions in businesses, including car dealerships. Therefore, the Dave Cantin Group (DCG) has responded by launching DCG Athlete Investment Services,...
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On the Dash: Lucid names new CFO Alexander De Bock, replacing Taoufiq Boussaid amid broader leadership overhaul Company adds four more executives as it moves to simplify structure and sharpen...
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On the Dash: The White House touts EPA's repeal of vehicle emissions standards as its biggest deregulatory win, saving $1.3 trillion Critics say the savings figure ignores health costs tied...
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