TSLA411.1504.72%
GM84.0702.57%
F14.790-0.05%
RIVN16.680-0.08%
CYD51.8301.8%
HMC26.9700.53%
TM180.2205.27%
CVNA68.9004.8%
PAG180.070-0.89%
LAD308.520-4.86%
AN193.3901.86%
GPI325.7400.41%
ABG199.5500.02%
SAH83.710-0.9%
TSLA411.1504.72%
GM84.0702.57%
F14.790-0.05%
RIVN16.680-0.08%
CYD51.8301.8%
HMC26.9700.53%
TM180.2205.27%
CVNA68.9004.8%
PAG180.070-0.89%
LAD308.520-4.86%
AN193.3901.86%
GPI325.7400.41%
ABG199.5500.02%
SAH83.710-0.9%
TSLA411.1504.72%
GM84.0702.57%
F14.790-0.05%
RIVN16.680-0.08%
CYD51.8301.8%
HMC26.9700.53%
TM180.2205.27%
CVNA68.9004.8%
PAG180.070-0.89%
LAD308.520-4.86%
AN193.3901.86%
GPI325.7400.41%
ABG199.5500.02%
SAH83.710-0.9%


Automotive News

IIHS top safety picks, sustainable OEM supply chains, 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV specs

- February 28, 2024
Inside Automotive  High prices, interest rates no match for digitally savvy dealerships – Matt VanDyke | Shift Digital The auto industry has seen high interest rates and vehicle prices, but that's not...
The acquisition by Lithia Motors, set to close within the next six to eight weeks, represents a pivotal moment for Carousel Motor Group.

Lithia Motors buys Carousel Motor Group in 9-store deal

- February 27, 2024
The Pohlad family has decided to part ways with Carousel Motor Group, a company it founded 15 years ago. Lithia Motors will scoop up the dealerships and expand its footprint...
Group 1 owns and runs 200 car dealerships, 262 franchises, and 43 collision centers in the U.S. and the U.K.

Group 1 acquires 2 high-volume Lexus stores in California

- February 27, 2024
Group 1 Automotive, one of the nation's largest and top-selling automotive retailers, announced the acquisition of Newport Lexus and Tustin Lexus from Wilson Automotive. The two high-performing Lexus dealerships are in...
Experts expect vehicle affordability to remain a problem in 2024. Check out my conversation with Lotlinx CEO Len Short to find out why.

2024 auto industry steers through vehicle affordability, inventory roadblocks

- February 27, 2024
As the automotive retail industry settles into 2024, there's cautious optimism about returning to 'near-normal' vehicle inventory levels. This is a welcome change from the shortages that began in 2020....
Charlie Chesbrough joins CBT Now to discuss the January automotive market and what it can tell dealers about the months ahead.

Automotive market forecast: trends, challenges, and opportunities in 2024 — Charlie Chesbrough | Cox Automotive

- February 27, 2024
The automotive market performed astonishingly well in 2023, exiting the year mostly unphased by inflation challenges, rising interest rates, labor strikes, and the electric vehicle segment's disappointing performance. Now that...

Automotive brand loyalty awards, Chinese car imports raise alarm, BYD unveils luxury EV

- February 27, 2024
Inside Automotive  Tully Williams shares his blueprint for improving the dealership service experience In the ever-evolving landscape of the automotive industry, the service drive has emerged as a critical touchpoint for dealerships...
The industry must help entry-level new car buyers, especially younger consumers trying to establish lives already burdened with high costs.

With the high cost of new cars, can entry-level buyers stay in the market?

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New car sales poised to rise in Feb., Carvana Q4 results, KPA dealer transparency survey

- February 26, 2024
Inside Automotive How the dealer-OEM relationship affects the customer experience — Andy Guelcher | Chevrolet National Dealer Council Chevrolet is one of the most well-known General Motors brands, whose dealer body sets...
Cole Kutschinski joins Inside Automotive to explain how conversational AI platforms can enhance the dealership sales process.

What can conversational AI achieve for your dealership? — Cole Kutschinski | ICOM AI

- February 23, 2024
Conversational artificial intelligence (AI) is a new and swiftly evolving tool that can speed up the sales process and improve customer retention within the dealership. However, as with any major...
Ford dodges UAW strike, used car prices fall, EV startups report Q4 earnings, Fisker expands dealer network, and Cruise shakes things up.

Weekly roundup: Ford averts UAW strike, Fisker expands dealer network, Cruise leadership shakeup

- February 23, 2024
Earlier this week: Ford narrowly averted a UAW strike at its Kentucky Truck Plant by reaching a tentative agreement. A ratification vote is pending for the facility's 9,000 employees. Meanwhile,...