TSLA441.6101.25%
GM84.6900.57%
F16.4850.605%
RIVN15.2250.525%
CYD56.770-2.94%
HMC27.2750.395%
TM192.1102%
CVNA74.3501.35%
PAG169.3700.36%
LAD294.9452.315%
AN194.070-0.87%
GPI328.115-3.58501%
ABG194.9801.02%
SAH84.1100.53%
TSLA441.6101.25%
GM84.6900.57%
F16.4850.605%
RIVN15.2250.525%
CYD56.770-2.94%
HMC27.2750.395%
TM192.1102%
CVNA74.3501.35%
PAG169.3700.36%
LAD294.9452.315%
AN194.070-0.87%
GPI328.115-3.58501%
ABG194.9801.02%
SAH84.1100.53%
TSLA441.6101.25%
GM84.6900.57%
F16.4850.605%
RIVN15.2250.525%
CYD56.770-2.94%
HMC27.2750.395%
TM192.1102%
CVNA74.3501.35%
PAG169.3700.36%
LAD294.9452.315%
AN194.070-0.87%
GPI328.115-3.58501%
ABG194.9801.02%
SAH84.1100.53%


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Why disciplined dealers may outperform in a softer 2026 market

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On the Dash: Early 2026 demand may rise with easing rates and higher tax refunds, but profitability is not guaranteed. Pushing record volume risks pricing pressure and margin erosion in...
Dave Wright Time Dealer of The Year
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Dave Wright named 2026 TIME Dealer of the Year

- February 6, 2026
On the Dash: Dave Wright was named the 2026 TIME Dealer of the Year from a national field of 47 nominees. His dealership is recognized for employee-focused operations and sustained...
BMW’s logo-shaped screw patent highlights growing limits on repair access, raising costs and control concerns for owners and shops.
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How automakers are quietly locking drivers out of their own cars

- February 6, 2026
For decades, car ownership came with an unspoken understanding: you bought the vehicle, and while modern cars were never simple machines, access to basic repairs remained possible for owners and...
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Volkswagen, UAW reach tentative first labor agreement at Tennessee plant

- February 5, 2026
On the Dash: Volkswagen and UAW reach a tentative first contract at the Chattanooga plant with 20% wage increases. Rising labor costs may add long-term pressure to vehicle pricing and...
Ford
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Ford to expand regional field support for small U.S. dealers

- February 5, 2026
On the Dash: Ford will add 106 regional zone managers to directly support small-volume dealers. The initiative aims to improve allocation, warranty handling, and dealer access to field support. Ford...
Toyota
Industry News

Toyota COO outlines cautious approach to compact trucks at NADA Show

- February 5, 2026
On the Dash: Toyota plans to reenter the compact pickup segment when demand and scale support long-term viability. Potential changes to the USMCA pose a major risk to pricing, supply...
Nissan
Industry News

Nissan targets double-digit U.S. retail growth fueled by new trucks and operational focus

- February 5, 2026
On the Dash: Nissan projects 10% retail growth in 2026, aiming for 1 million U.S. sales by 2027. Dealer confidence rises as management simplifies operations, boosts profitability, and accelerates inventory...
CNCDA President Brian Maas
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CNCDA’s Brian Maas on Scout Motors’ lawsuit, preparing dealer associations for 2026

- February 5, 2026
In December, Scout Motors' dealer license was approved in Colorado, allowing the EV maker to sell its vehicles directly to consumers. On today's episode of Inside Automotive, California New Car...
NADA Show 2026 spotlights fixed ops, efficiency and leadership as dealers look to protect profitability after a volatile year.
Industry News

NADA Show 2026 reflects a back-to-basics year for dealers

- February 4, 2026
On the Dash: Dealers entering 2026 are prioritizing fixed operations and operational efficiency over volume-driven growth. Main Stage speakers at NADA Show 2026 emphasize leadership, resilience and execution amid tighter...
Gas taxes are changing nationwide in 2026, with automatic hikes, pauses, and major shifts reshaping how states fund roads and what drivers pay.
Daily Automotive News

Your state just raised gas taxes: see the new pump prices

- February 4, 2026
Some new taxes are in play and take effect at the pump. Fuel taxes are quietly shifting across the country, and for millions of drivers and truckers, the changes will...


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