TSLA404.660-6.49%
GM82.510-1.555%
F14.430-0.34%
RIVN15.930-0.75%
CYD50.460-1.37%
HMC26.850-0.12%
TM178.190-2.03%
CVNA70.0101.11%
PAG180.7600.695%
LAD307.500-1.02%
AN195.8602.47%
GPI325.600-0.14%
ABG199.8200.27%
SAH83.650-0.06%
TSLA404.660-6.49%
GM82.510-1.555%
F14.430-0.34%
RIVN15.930-0.75%
CYD50.460-1.37%
HMC26.850-0.12%
TM178.190-2.03%
CVNA70.0101.11%
PAG180.7600.695%
LAD307.500-1.02%
AN195.8602.47%
GPI325.600-0.14%
ABG199.8200.27%
SAH83.650-0.06%
TSLA404.660-6.49%
GM82.510-1.555%
F14.430-0.34%
RIVN15.930-0.75%
CYD50.460-1.37%
HMC26.850-0.12%
TM178.190-2.03%
CVNA70.0101.11%
PAG180.7600.695%
LAD307.500-1.02%
AN195.8602.47%
GPI325.600-0.14%
ABG199.8200.27%
SAH83.650-0.06%

Headlines

Mercedes-Benz, Nissan

Global auto market challenges mount as Nissan trims losses and Mercedes-Benz earnings fall

- February 12, 2026
On the Dash: Nissan’s upcoming Rogue plug-in hybrid and refreshed lineup highlight how critical strong product cadence will be for driving showroom traffic in 2026. Tariff-related costs are materially impacting...
EV charging

U.S. proposes boosting American-made requirements for federally funded EV charges 

- February 12, 2026
On the Dash: Stricter domestic sourcing requirements may slow installation timelines in some markets, potentially affecting EV adoption rates that dealers rely on for long-term electrification strategies. Dealers working with...
electric door handles

Lawmakers move to require manual backups for electric door handles

- February 12, 2026
On the Dash: The SAFE Exit Act would require manual mechanical releases in vehicles with electronic door systems. The bill follows fatal incidents where electric door handles reportedly failed after...
Stellantis

Stellantis issues immediate ‘do not drive’ alert for 225,000 vehicles

- February 12, 2026
Stellantis on Wednesday issued a “do not drive” warning for approximately 225,000 Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram vehicles in the United States equipped with unrepaired Takata airbags, urging owners to...
January auto credit holds steady with higher subprime lending, longer terms, and rising borrowing costs for U.S. car buyers.

Auto credit access holds steady in January as borrowing costs rise

- February 12, 2026
On the Dash: January auto credit access held steady at its highest level since October 2022, despite some mixed metrics. Subprime lending and longer loan terms increased, expanding access for...
Ford

Ford posts largest quarterly decline, projects 2026 rebound

- February 11, 2026
On the Dash: Despite the fourth-quarter miss, Ford’s F-Series trucks and Ford Pro commercial fleet operations are expected to drive profitability, signaling stability for dealers reliant on these high-demand segments. ...
Trump & Canada bridge

President Trump threatens to block Detroit-Canada bridge amid trade tensions

- February 11, 2026
On the Dash: Michigan dealerships relying on cross-border shipments may face slower deliveries and higher costs. Canadian imports and U.S.-made vehicles transported via the bridge could see delays or additional...
EPA to revoke 2009 greenhouse gas endangerment finding

EPA to revoke endangerment finding that underpins US climate rules

- February 11, 2026
On the Dash: The EPA will revoke the 2009 endangerment finding, removing the federal basis for regulating greenhouse gas emissions. The rollback benefits the fossil fuel industry but creates legal...
UAW CAP Event

UAW eyes Southern expansion with 25,000 members, says Shawn Fain

- February 11, 2026
On the Dash: Shawn Fain is prioritizing organizing at foreign automakers in the South, aiming to add 25,000 members as a cornerstone of the union’s long-term strategy. Fain’s push for...
Honda

Honda car business posts loss amid EV impairments and US tariffs

- February 11, 2026
Honda car business posts loss amid EV impairments and U.S. tariffs Honda’s car business posted a quarterly loss of $602 million, largely from U.S. tariffs and EV impairments. EV-related write-downs...