TSLA370.680-5.34%
GM76.380-2.56%
F12.246-0.1544%
RIVN15.987-0.1577%
CYD40.530-0.24%
HMC24.040-0.16%
TM191.970-1.01%
CVNA404.980-1.44%
PAG179.35017.8%
LAD300.09522.855%
AN210.0959.125%
GPI361.96017.25999%
ABG203.8703.31%
SAH76.1503.76%
TSLA370.680-5.34%
GM76.380-2.56%
F12.246-0.1544%
RIVN15.987-0.1577%
CYD40.530-0.24%
HMC24.040-0.16%
TM191.970-1.01%
CVNA404.980-1.44%
PAG179.35017.8%
LAD300.09522.855%
AN210.0959.125%
GPI361.96017.25999%
ABG203.8703.31%
SAH76.1503.76%
TSLA370.680-5.34%
GM76.380-2.56%
F12.246-0.1544%
RIVN15.987-0.1577%
CYD40.530-0.24%
HMC24.040-0.16%
TM191.970-1.01%
CVNA404.980-1.44%
PAG179.35017.8%
LAD300.09522.855%
AN210.0959.125%
GPI361.96017.25999%
ABG203.8703.31%
SAH76.1503.76%


Executive Interviews

Cox Automotive’s Charlie Chesbrough warns dealers to brace for slower sales as tariffs and inventory shortages take hold.

Cox Automotive’s Charlie Chesbrough warns of summer slowdown as market cools

- June 12, 2025
Auto sales are cooling off just as the summer season begins. In today's episode of Inside Automotive, Charlie Chesbrough, senior economist at Cox Automotive, joins host Jim Fitzpatrick to break...
Matt Easton joins us to discuss one of the most overlooked yet transformative approaches in sales: eliminating objections before they happen.

Matt Easton reveals how to eliminate objections before they arise

- June 12, 2025
On the latest episode of CBT Now, we're joined by Matt Easton, sales coach and founder of Easton University, to discuss one of the most overlooked yet transformative approaches in...
On the latest episode of CBT Now, Sean Gardner breaks down three career-defining habits that every dealership professional needs.

Three habits to accelerate any sales career – Sean Gardner | Joe Verde

- June 11, 2025
In today’s automotive market, success on the sales floor isn’t just about experience; it’s about mindset. On the latest episode of CBT Now, we sit down with Sean Gardner, instructor...
Dyke sharees how growing used-car sourcing strategies, and upcoming acquisitions are helping Sonic thrive.

Sonic Automotive’s Jeff Dyke eyes expansion as industry weathers tariff turbulence

- June 10, 2025
Sonic Automotive President Jeff Dyke remains optimistic about the state of the automotive retail industry, highlighting strong performance across the company’s platforms, including EchoPark, power sports, and its franchise dealerships....
Matt Cota

VADA’s Matt Cota applauds Vermont’s decision to pause ACC II mandate

- June 9, 2025
 In 2022, Vermont adopted the Advanced Clean Cars (ACC II) mandate. However, Governor Phil Scott has paused the state's implementation of the rule, citing concerns about feasibility. In today's episode...

Len Bellavia urges dealers to take action as OEM practices and tariffs threaten profits

- June 9, 2025
As the automotive industry braces for the financial ripple effect of U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods, Len Bellavia, founding partner of Bellavia Blatt and a prominent attorney for dealers, is...

Buy-sell market remains strong despite tariffs and lending pressures – Willie Beck | Bel Air Partners  

- June 5, 2025
The auto dealership buy-sell market is showing no signs of slowing down in 2025, despite the introduction of new challenges by geopolitical tensions, tariffs, and tighter lending conditions. On the...

Durran Cage urges dealers to stop chasing new leads and start fixing CRM habits

- June 3, 2025
On the latest episode of Inside Automotive, we sit down with Durran Cage, founder and owner of Cage Automotive, to discuss a fundamental problem plaguing many dealerships today: underutilized CRMs....
Bill Canady shares how leaders can stay focused, manage inventory, and lead with strategy through tariffs and global uncertainty.

Bill Canady on leading through economic turbulence

- June 2, 2025
In today’s episode of CBT Now, we’re joined by Bill Canady—author of the new book From Panic to Profit, leadership expert, CEO of Arrowhead Engineered Products (AEP) and Chairman of OTC Industrial...
On today's Inside Automotive, Tom Kondrat explains that the first half of April outperforming March's strong sales.

April auto sales spike as EVs weather policy shifts – Tom Kondrat | Urban Science

- May 30, 2025
The automotive market has experienced a notable surge in sales during early April, primarily driven by consumers rushing to purchase vehicles ahead of anticipated tariff impacts and potential price increases....


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