New-vehicle affordability hits 2025 low for second consecutive month

Staff Writer - June 17, 2025

New-vehicle affordability remained at its lowest point of 2025 for the second consecutive month in May, according to the latest Cox Automotive/Moody’s Analytics Vehicle Affordability Index. Despite a strong economy...

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Inside The Niello Company’s unified sales and service strategy — Tully Williams & Dennis Gingrich

Staff Writer - June 17, 2025

When sales and service teams collaborate instead of compete, the results speak for themselves: better cars, higher profits and happier customers. At The Niello Company, cross-departmental alignment is not just...

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Imports through the Port of Los Angeles dropped 9% YoY in May as Trump’s tariffs on Chinese goods prompted companies to cancel shipments.

LA Port imports drop 9% as tariffs on China slow U.S. trade

Staff Writer - June 16, 2025

According to port officials, imports through the Port of Los Angeles dropped 9% year-over-year in May as President Donald Trump’s steep tariffs on Chinese goods prompted U.S. companies to cancel...

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Ford faces production setbacks amid rare earth magnet shortage

Staff Writer - June 16, 2025

Ford Motor Co. is facing continued disruption in its vehicle production due to a shortage of rare earth magnets, which has already caused the temporary shutdown of one of its...

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Retail used-vehicle sales hold steady in May despite tightening inventory

Staff Writer - June 16, 2025

Retail used-vehicle sales remained flat in May compared to April, with approximately 1.53 million units sold across franchised and independent dealerships, according to Cox Automotive's vAuto Live Market View data....

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U.S. new-vehicle inventory slips in June while prices continue to rise

Staff Writer - June 13, 2025

As of early June, new-vehicle inventory across U.S. dealerships fell to 2.47 million units, marking a 0.6% decline from May and a 12.2% drop year over year. While the market...

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Captive lenders lose ground as banks and credit unions expand market share

Staff Writer - June 13, 2025

Captive lenders are steadily losing market share in both new- and used-vehicle lending as banks, credit unions, and independent finance companies grow more competitive, according to Experian Automotive's latest analysis...

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Tesla has launched lightly refreshed versions of its Model S/X, increasing prices by $5,000 across all trims.

Tesla hikes Model S, X prices by $5K with mild updates

Staff Writer - June 13, 2025

Tesla has launched lightly refreshed versions of its Model S and Model X, increasing prices by $5,000 across all trims despite only minor feature updates. The updated vehicles are now...

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Rivian launches $5,000 summer discount on Tri-Motor R1S and R1T models

Staff Writer - June 13, 2025

Rivian is offering a $5,000 discount on the purchase or lease of its Tri-Motor R1S and R1T models through a new summer promotion available until June 30, 2025. The deal,...

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$Akio Toyoda was re-elected Toyota chairman as the automaker advances a \$33B buyout bid, drawing scrutiny from overseas investors.$

Toyota’s Akio Toyoda re-elected Chairman amid $33B buyout scrutiny

Staff Writer - June 12, 2025

Akio Toyoda was re-elected chairman of Toyota Motor during the company’s annual general meeting on Thursday, securing continued support from shareholders despite international criticism of a $33 billion buyout bid...

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New-vehicle affordability hits 2025 low for second consecutive month

Inside The Niello Company’s unified sales and service strategy — Tully Williams & Dennis Gingrich

LA Port imports drop 9% as tariffs on China slow U.S. trade

Ford faces production setbacks amid rare earth magnet shortage

Retail used-vehicle sales hold steady in May despite tightening inventory

U.S. new-vehicle inventory slips in June while prices continue to rise

Captive lenders lose ground as banks and credit unions expand market share

Tesla hikes Model S, X prices by $5K with mild updates

Rivian launches $5,000 summer discount on Tri-Motor R1S and R1T models

Toyota’s Akio Toyoda re-elected Chairman amid $33B buyout scrutiny

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