Inside Automotive
NADA Show video competition winner Brian Huth joins Chairman Bobby Sight to discuss the upcoming event
On the latest episode of Inside Automotive, we’re joined by Bobby Sight, NADA Show Committee Chairman and NADA Show video contest winner, and Brian Huth, General Manager of Five Star Ford Dallas. In this exclusive interview, we’re learning more about the winner and what we can expect from this year’s show. Watch the full segment here
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General Motors filed a lawsuit alleging that San Francisco had unfairly taxed them $108 million over a seven-year period. According to GM, San Francisco linked its tax bill to a percentage of its global revenue by including its Cruise self-driving subsidiary. As a result, more than $3 billion was subject to city taxes last year. However, the automaker has argued that its core automotive business does not employ anyone in the city, has no physical locations or dealerships, and only sells a small amount of retail goods in the city. Read More
Tesla released its Q4 and full-year 2023 delivery results, reaching yet another milestone. Given that the Austin-based EV manufacturer expected to deliver 1.8 million vehicles by 2023, the automaker needed to deliver around 476,000 cars by the end of the year to reach its target. On January 2, Tesla confirmed its Q4 2023 delivery and production results, securing it delivered 484,000 vehicles. Read More
Rivian has recently released the production figures for the quarter and year ending on December 31, 2023. According to the disclosure, the company has manufactured 17,541 vehicles at its Normal, Illinois, factory and delivered 13,972 to customers. For the first three quarters of the year, Rivian’s output and deliveries steadily increased, but while production figures rose in Q4, deliveries fell by 10.2% from the previous quarter. Read More
For Dealers
10 of the most exciting vehicles hitting the streets in 2024
What better way to welcome the new year than by checking out what breakthrough vehicles are on the horizon in 2024? We’ve highlighted 10 of the most exciting examples. Of course, “exciting” means different things to different people. In addition to cars with stellar performance capabilities, you’ll find vehicles that stand out for other reasons. For instance, Chevy and Volvo are breaking through with lower-priced EVs, while Toyota is going upscale. Meanwhile, the VW ID Buzz brings a modern twist to nostalgia. Read More
Honda’s leap into used car leasing: a signpost to the future for dealerships
As Honda announces its foray into certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicle leasing, it may be that the automotive industry stands at a curious crossroads. This move isn’t just innovative; it’s a telling sign of the times. It could be the announcement of a seismic shift in consumer behavior and market dynamics that dealerships can’t ignore. Read More
