TSLA395.070-1.11%
GM77.2430.3725%
F14.1990.2585%
RIVN17.7550.255%
CYD45.400-0.05%
HMC27.855-0.235%
TM176.7000.48%
CVNA70.6500.27%
PAG200.7907.24%
LAD333.42014.17%
AN205.5009.22%
GPI318.47019.29%
ABG219.9557.165%
SAH100.1407.76%
TSLA395.070-1.11%
GM77.2430.3725%
F14.1990.2585%
RIVN17.7550.255%
CYD45.400-0.05%
HMC27.855-0.235%
TM176.7000.48%
CVNA70.6500.27%
PAG200.7907.24%
LAD333.42014.17%
AN205.5009.22%
GPI318.47019.29%
ABG219.9557.165%
SAH100.1407.76%
TSLA395.070-1.11%
GM77.2430.3725%
F14.1990.2585%
RIVN17.7550.255%
CYD45.400-0.05%
HMC27.855-0.235%
TM176.7000.48%
CVNA70.6500.27%
PAG200.7907.24%
LAD333.42014.17%
AN205.5009.22%
GPI318.47019.29%
ABG219.9557.165%
SAH100.1407.76%


About: Jason Becknell

Paul Brown, Vice President of Ascent Dealer Services, explains how negative equity affects trade-in values and how dealerships can protect themselves and customers with gap insurance.

The key to closing deals underwater

- April 16, 2026
The rise of negative equity challenges dealerships and customers alike. On today's episode of F&I Today, Paul Brown, Vice President of Ascent Dealer Services, explains how negative equity affects trade-in...
CarMax shares fall 14% as new CEO Keith Barr unveils turnaround plan focused on lower-priced vehicles amid softening consumer demand.

CarMax pivots to lower-priced vehicles as investors remain skeptical

- April 15, 2026
On the dash: CarMax posted mixed results in Q4, with slight growth but weaker profits, triggering a 14% stock drop The company is shifting toward lower-priced, higher-mileage vehicles as affordability...
Nissan sets AI-defined, electrified future with US market positioned for volume growth and product expansion

Nissan’s future focusing on fewer models, AI technology and more powertrain options

- April 15, 2026
On the dash: Nissan targets 1 million U.S. sales by 2030, led by SUVs, Rogue Hybrid e-POWER and the return of the Xterra. Global lineup cut from 56 to 45...
Hyundai ends stop-sale on select 2026 Palisade and Palisade Hybrid models.

Hyundai ends stop-sale of Palisade SUVs, issues critical software fix

- April 15, 2026
On the dash: Hyundai has ended the stop-sale on select 2026 Palisade and Palisade Hybrid trims. A free software update is now available over the air or at dealerships. The...
Jeff Adams | Reynolds and Reynolds | how AI is transforming dealership fixed ops and increasing dealer profitability

How AI is transforming dealership fixed ops with breakthrough efficiency

- April 15, 2026
Fixed operations in automotive dealerships are rapidly shifting as artificial intelligence (AI) and automation replace manual workflows, improving efficiency, customer experience, and profitability. On today’s episode of Driving Solutions, Jeff Adams,...
Nissan Model Lineup

Nissan slashes global lineup by 20%, pushes hybrid comeback in U.S.

- April 14, 2026
On the Dash: Nissan cuts global models by 20%, streamlining inventory and making product offerings more consistent for U.S. dealers. The return of hybrid versions of the Rogue and Xterra...
Why the demo drive remains the most critical step in closing sales

Why the demo drive remains the most critical step in closing sales

- April 14, 2026
The demo drive remains one of the most critical steps in a dealership’s sales process, yet it is often rushed or overlooked. On today's episode of CBT Now, Sean Gardner, instructor...
Massive union breakthrough in the South signals ripple effects for dealers

Massive union breakthrough in the South signals ripple effects for dealers

- April 13, 2026
On the Dash: UAW gains at Volkswagen and organizing pressure at Mercedes-Benz signal broader wage increases that could lift MSRPs and compress margins. Expanding union activity in major Southern plants may disrupt...


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