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At the Detroit Economic Club, former President Donald Trump announced his support for making interest on car loans fully tax-deductible

Trump unveils bold tax and trade proposals to protect American jobs and counter China’s influence

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In a speech at the Detroit Economic Club on Thursday, former President Donald Trump announced...
UAW President Shawn Fain warned that hundreds of thousands of U.S. jobs would be at risk if former President Donald Trump won in November

UAW President warns of job losses if Trump wins and repeals EV investments

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On Thursday, UAW President Shawn Fain warned that hundreds of thousands of U.S. jobs would...
Tesla CEO Elon Musk took center stage at the company’s "We, Robot" event in Burbank, California, unveiling two futuristic autonomous vehicles

Tesla unveils Cybercab and Robovan at ‘We, Robot’ event, promising autonomous future

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk took center stage at the company’s exclusive "We, Robot" event in...
Hurricane Milton made landfall near Siesta Key, Florida, on October 9, prompting widespread closures of dealerships across the state

Florida dealerships assess damage, begin reopening efforts after Hurricane Milton

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Hurricane Milton, a Category 3 storm with winds of 120 mph, made landfall near Siesta...

Weekly roundup: NADA vs. FTC in CARS rule court battle, Stellantis sues UAW, Used vehicle prices dip 0.5%

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Earlier this week: NADA and FTC sparred over the CARS rule in a U.S. appeals...

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At the Detroit Economic Club, former President Donald Trump announced his support for making interest on car loans fully tax-deductible

Trump unveils bold tax and trade proposals to protect American jobs and counter China’s influence

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In a speech at the Detroit Economic Club on Thursday, former President Donald Trump announced...
UAW President Shawn Fain warned that hundreds of thousands of U.S. jobs would be at risk if former President Donald Trump won in November

UAW President warns of job losses if Trump wins and repeals EV investments

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On Thursday, UAW President Shawn Fain warned that hundreds of thousands of U.S. jobs would...

Trump unveils tax and trade plans, UAW warns of job losses, Tesla debuts Cybercab and Robovan

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Top stories Trump unveils bold tax and trade proposals to protect American jobs and counter China's...
In today's episode of CBT Now, Katie Mares discusses how businesses can attract and retain female consumers and employees.

Why attracting female consumers/employees is key to your business success – Katie Mares

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The influence of female consumers in the marketplace is undeniable, and understanding how to tap into this demographic can be a game-changer for your business. In today's episode of CBT Now, Katie Mares, keynote...
Steven Greenfield, Behavior Economics has always fascinated me. In other words, the IIHS conducted studies in the U.S. with two partial automation systems. Stellantis industry

Stellantis denies merger rumors amid growing industry consolidation buzz

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Welcome back to the latest episode of The Future of Automotive on CBT News, where we put recent automotive and mobility news into the context of the broader themes impacting the industry.  I’m Steve Greenfield...
In this edition of Inside Automotive, we sit down with Brian McDonald, CEO of CDK, to discuss the company's response to recent cyberattacks

CDK Global CEO Brian MacDonald discusses resilient response to cyberattacks and future innovations

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In this edition of Inside Automotive, we sit down with Brian MacDonald, CEO of CDK Global, to discuss the company's response to a significant cyber incident that shook the automotive industry this past summer....

Ryan Kerrigan breaks down key trends in auto buy/sell market and challenges for 2024

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We’re now in the final stretch of 2024, and the automotive industry continues to face a number of significant shifts and challenges. From the port strikes to the latest news around Stellantis and Volkswagen,...
On today’s episode of Inside Automotive, we’re joined by Mike Stanton to discuss what this means for the future of the franchised dealer model

Study confirms franchise dealer model is more cost-effective for automakers – Mike Stanton |...

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A new study from the consulting firm, Oliver Wyman, reveals that the traditional franchise dealer model is actually more cost-effective for manufacturers than direct-to-consumer sales. On today’s episode of Inside Automotive, we’re joined by...

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Dealership fixed ops need to adapt to meet the service needs of EVs, by preparing for changes, you'll position your dealership for success

Preparing your dealership for the future of service: The impact of EVs on service departments

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Projections are that EVs will account for 50% of new vehicle sales by 2030. With...
On this episode of Inside Automotive, Tully Williams, Fixed Ops Director at Niello Company, delves into the concept of same-day selling.

Tully Williams on transforming service departments with same-day selling

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In today’s competitive automotive landscape, dealerships are constantly searching for innovative strategies to boost performance...
A smooth, efficient warranty repair process benefits your customers and enhances your dealership's reputation and bottom line.

Streamlining warranty repairs: how dealerships can improve the process for customers

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A smooth, efficient warranty repair process benefits your customers and enhances your dealership's reputation and...
As the auto industry shifts toward a future dominated by EVs, car dealers must adapt their sales strategies to meet this growing demand

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Your dealership's success relies on more than just the latest EV models or viral marketing...
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Empowering dealership service teams to drive customer satisfaction post-sale

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Is sealing the deal and making that sale the endgame? Think again. Today, the real...
At the Detroit Economic Club, former President Donald Trump announced his support for making interest on car loans fully tax-deductible

Trump unveils bold tax and trade proposals to protect American jobs and counter China’s...

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In a speech at the Detroit Economic Club on Thursday, former President Donald Trump announced his support for making interest on car loans fully tax-deductible, comparing it to the existing mortgage interest deduction. This...
UAW President Shawn Fain warned that hundreds of thousands of U.S. jobs would be at risk if former President Donald Trump won in November

UAW President warns of job losses if Trump wins and repeals EV investments

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On Thursday, UAW President Shawn Fain warned that hundreds of thousands of U.S. jobs would be at risk if former President Donald Trump won the November 5 election and followed through on plans to...
Tesla CEO Elon Musk took center stage at the company’s "We, Robot" event in Burbank, California, unveiling two futuristic autonomous vehicles

Tesla unveils Cybercab and Robovan at ‘We, Robot’ event, promising autonomous future

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk took center stage at the company’s exclusive "We, Robot" event in Burbank, California, unveiling two futuristic autonomous vehicles: the Cybercab and the Robovan. Musk showcased the Cybercab, a sleek, silver...
Hurricane Milton made landfall near Siesta Key, Florida, on October 9, prompting widespread closures of dealerships across the state

Florida dealerships assess damage, begin reopening efforts after Hurricane Milton

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Hurricane Milton, a Category 3 storm with winds of 120 mph, made landfall near Siesta Key, Florida, on October 9, prompting widespread closures of automotive dealerships across the state. As the storm weakened to...
On October 9, a U.S. appeals court examined the challenge by NADA and the Texas Automobile Dealers Association against the CARS Rule.

NADA and FTC spar over CARS rule in U.S. appeals court

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On October 9, a U.S. appeals court examined the challenge by the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) and the Texas Automobile Dealers Association against the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) CARS Rule. The rule, designed...
Ford is ramping up efforts to capture market share from rival brands, focusing specifically on Ram truck owners.

Ford targets Ram owners with $2,000 discount to boost F-150 Lightning sales

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Ford is ramping up efforts to capture market share from rival brands, focusing specifically on Ram truck owners. As competition in the electric pickup segment intensifies, Ford is offering Ram drivers up to $2,000...
Honda has issued a significant recall affecting over 1 million vehicles due to a steering issue that could increase the risk of accidents.

Honda issues recall for over 1M vehicles due to potential steering defects

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Honda has issued a significant recall affecting over 1 million vehicles across several popular models due to a steering issue that could increase the risk of accidents. Although no injuries or fatalities have been...
According to Kelley Blue Book data, the ATP for new vehicles in the U.S. in September reached $48,397, a slight increase from August.

U.S. new vehicle prices hold steady in September amid rising incentives

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According to Kelley Blue Book data, the average transaction price (ATP) for new vehicles in the U.S. in September reached $48,397, a slight increase from August but a 0.4% drop year-over-year. While prices remain...

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