TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%


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Tynan
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Bloomberg’s Kevin Tynan on the future of electrification in the auto industry

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Hyundai Motor Group recently announced their efforts to “achieve a fuel cell vehicle price point comparable to a battery-electric vehicle by 2030.” Is this a cause for concern or could...
AutoNation
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Former FCA CEO Mike Manley to lead AutoNation

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- September 22, 2021
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Autotrader’s Kevin LeSage explains how dealers can regain momentum after the summer slowdown

- September 21, 2021
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dealers
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Autotrader’s Kevin LeSage explains how dealers can regain momentum after the summer slowdown

- September 21, 2021
Labor Day weekend is a time where buyers typically search for new vehicles based on incentives. But with the industry’s inventory shortages, how are dealers changing their strategies? On today’s...
airbag
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NHTSA probe launched into 30 million more Takata airbags

- September 21, 2021
On Monday, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced that yet another potential airbag inflator recall could be on the way. Takata airbag inflators in as many as 30 million...
car sales
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What is the future of car sales according to Kelley Blue Book?

- September 21, 2021
Many of us have experienced driving down a street and seeing various car dealerships, ranging from large, branded chain dealerships to small, local auto sales shops. In the past few...
Goldfayn
Daily Newscast

WSJ best-selling author Alex Goldfayn explains the power and profitability of phone calls

- September 21, 2021
Are you still using the phone to generate sales in today’s digital retail environment? If not, this is something that you should get back to immediately as you may be...
Daily Newscast

CBT automotive newscast: September 21, 2021

- September 21, 2021
Featured Interview: WSJ best-selling author Alex Goldfayn explains the power and profitability of phone calls Are you still using the phone to generate sales in today’s digital retail environment? If not, this...
hydrogen
Daily Automotive News

Is hydrogen gaining steam to power past the EV?

- September 20, 2021
Conversation at this year's 24 Hours of Le Mans on upcoming classes piqued interest, especially regarding the new Hydrogen class. Racecar Engineering reported that the LMP2HG Hydrogen-powered class is on target...


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