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Remembering Jim O’Connor, the Ford executive who never lost sight of retail
The automotive industry is mourning the passing of former Ford executive Jim O’Connor. O’Connor died Sept. 25 at age 83. His career at Ford Motor Company spanned more than four decades. He rose to lead Ford Division, Lincoln-Mercury and Ford of Canada before retiring in 2004. Watch the full segment here.
2026 Hyundai Venue: Small SUV, big value
Finding an affordable new vehicle has become increasingly difficult, especially for buyers who want the versatility of an SUV. The 2026 Hyundai Venue makes a strong case that you don’t have to spend $30,000 or more to get a well-equipped, modern crossover. Starting at just $20,550, the Venue is one of the most affordable SUVs available today. More importantly, Hyundai doesn’t make buyers sacrifice the features that matter most just to reach that price. Watch the full segment here.
Tune in to CBT Live
Join us at noon Eastern today for another episode of CBT Live. Co-hosts Jim and Bridget Fitzpatrick break down the day’s top automotive stories and sit down with the leaders shaping the industry. Today’s lineup features Peter Cooper, President of Lexus of Lehigh Valley, and Jen Suzuki, Founder & CEO of ZukiTalk and President of eDealer Solutions.
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