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.
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BMW completed a $1.7 billion investment in Plant Spartanburg and the new Plant Woodruff.
The X5 debuts as BMW's first U.S.-built fully electric model, production starting late...
The Fourth of July is a busy time for dealers. The holiday gives shoppers more time to look for their next car. Automakers are hoping to hit mid-year sales. And...
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GM sold 714,896 vehicles in Q2, the most of any automaker, despite a 4.2% year-over-year drop.
Hyundai-Kia and Honda both moved up a spot from Q1,...
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The U.S. rejected a 16-year USMCA renewal, but the pact stays in force until 2036.
Trump plans separate bilateral deals with Canada and Mexico, each lasting up...
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Toyota and Joby formed a joint venture June 30 to build production infrastructure.
Toyota contributes manufacturing expertise after nearly a decade backing Joby.
The venture will...
The finance office has become the most scrutinized room in the dealership. Today's customers arrive more informed and more payment sensitive than ever. At the same time, F&I teams are...
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Toyota, Hyundai, Subaru and Kia each posted double-digit percentage sales gains in June 2026.
Hyundai and Kia set all-time records for June, the quarter and the first...
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Kia sold 70,507 units in June, up 10% and a brand record.
Hybrid sales rose 187% in June, driven by Sportage and Sorento.
First-half sales hit 430,727...