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GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
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GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
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PAG149.3400.18%
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About: Steve Mitchell

Steve Mitchell

Steve Mitchell is a contributing writer and reporter for CBT News. He earned bachelor's degrees in Marketing and Television from the University of Texas in Austin and a Masters of Theology study from Dallas Theological Seminary in Dallas. His passion for automobiles lead him to become a creative director for automotive marketing ad agency. Most recently, he was the manager of interactive marketing for Mitsubishi Motors, NA.

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Opinion | We need to address declining brand loyalty in the EV era

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The latest results from the 27th annual Automotive Loyalty Awards by S&P Global Mobility present a concerning trend for traditional automakers. Brand loyalty has steadily dropped, declining from 54.6% in 2019 to...
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Beyond mere promotion, social media offers dealerships rich insights into customer preferences and trends.

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In the dealer’s lounge, you may scroll through Instagram. Not for leisure but to inspect a competitor’s latest post showcasing their newest sedan under a mesmerizing sunset. It may have...
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Beyond conventional electric cars, the future of EVs holds exciting possibilities.

The future of EVs: A glimpse into emerging technologies

- August 15, 2023
The automotive industry is in the long process of a groundbreaking transformation, with electric vehicles (EVs) being promoted as the forefront of the evolution. As we look ahead, governments marching in...
Daily Automotive News Articles
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How AI is revolutionizing automotive sales and marketing

- August 9, 2023
The auto industry has always been a trailblazer in adopting cutting-edge technology in manufacturing, marketing, and in vehicles. Artificial intelligence (AI) is now driving the sector to even more unprecedented...
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The complexity of electric vehicle battery technology paints a more nuanced picture of the so-called 'clean energy' revolution.

Battery technology: understanding the heart of EVs

- August 9, 2023
Life and the auto industry have taught us many things, and one of the significant teachings is that there's no free lunch. The push towards electric vehicles (EVs) is a...
Daily Automotive News Articles
Balancing safety with data privacy and algorithmic transparency requires careful, thoughtful regulation for autonomous vehicles.

Closer look | autonomous vehicles and the uncharted road of data privacy

- August 4, 2023
The recent congressional hearing on July 26, 2023, reported in Reuters, opened new horizons in the U.S. journey towards autonomous vehicles (AVs). While the session aimed to revive stalled legislation on...
Daily Automotive News Articles
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Every car has a story: How to jazz up your used inventory website listings

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If you're thinking of a quick lunch, you may choose to "Live Más" and pick up Tacos and Nacho Fries from Taco Bell®. Let's be clear, there's no logical nutritional...
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