Jaelyn Campbell is a staff writer/reporter for CBT News. She is known to cover the latest developments impacting automotive retailers, manufacturers, and industry professionals. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Jaelyn brings a journalistic focus to key trends shaping the retail automotive landscape, including dealership operations, evolving consumer behavior, EV adoption, and executive leadership strategies.
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Kia and Hyundai both posted their best-ever July sales, driven by strong SUV and hybrid demand.
Hybrid models now make up a growing share of retail sales,...
Paul Sansone Jr. has spent his entire life in the automotive business, but after more than four decades in retail, his attention isn't focused on adding more rooftops. Instead, he's...
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GM’s upcoming AI assistant will move beyond basic voice commands by using vehicle-specific data and telematics.
AI features will become a larger part of the customer ownership...
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Ford is accelerating development of affordable EVs to compete with Chinese automakers.
Chinese brands continue expanding globally, increasing competitive pressure in Europe and North America.
Current U.S....
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Rivian raised its 2026 delivery forecast, signaling early demand for the new R2 SUV.
The automaker narrowed losses and increased revenue, though profitability remains a long-term goal.
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Higher interest rates continue to limit affordability and shrink the pool of new-vehicle buyers, with Cox Automotive data showing more than 3 in 10 dealers already citing...
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Stellantis reaffirmed its full-year guidance despite continued pricing pressure in Europe.
Chinese automakers are intensifying competition with lower-priced hybrid and EV offerings.
North American demand improved, led...
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Used-vehicle demand remains strong as high new-vehicle prices continue pushing shoppers toward pre-owned inventory.
Carvana's expansion into Stellantis dealerships signals continued disruption in both the used- and...
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According to the latest Lotlinx 2026 Inventory Health Survey, only 9% of dealerships can identify a struggling vehicle within the first 15 days. That delay can erode margins, which leaves...