Trump eyes tariffs on critical minerals, JLR reassesses profit, Nissan cuts $3.4B with plant closures and job cuts

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Trump administration eyes tariffs on critical minerals, raising stakes for auto industry. Read More

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Nissan deepens cuts with 11,000 more job losses amid mounting losses. Read More

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Featured Interviews 

LotLinx Joshua Gonsenhauser urges dealers to focus on aged inventory amid market uncertainty
During the latest episode of Inside Automotive, Jim Fitzpatrick sits down with the Vice President of Product Strategy at LotLinx, Joshua Gonsenhauser, who shares insights from the company’s latest Q1 VinCensus report, highlighting the importance of precise, data-driven decisions as dealers face growing volatility. Watch the full segment here. 

Sean Gardner shares the top habit that boosts car sales instantly
Success in automotive sales often comes down to mindset, strategy, and daily habits. In today’s episode of CBT Now, Sean Gardner, instructor and sales trainer at the Joe Verde Group, highlights the most immediate and impactful action car sales professionals can take to increase sales and income: get out of the huddle and go to work with a plan. Watch the full segment here.