Honda revives reverse imports with US-made models for Japan
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• Honda will export U.S.-built Integra Type S and Passport to Japan in 2026.
• The Acura brand will debut in Japan for the first time.
• Eased import rules...
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Tesla raises Cybertruck AWD price 17% days after launch
On the Dash:
A 17% price swing in 10 days highlights volatility dealers must consider when evaluating EV pricing stability.
The gap between the 2019 announced pricing and the current...
New-vehicle sales tick up in February as headwinds persist
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• February new-vehicle SAAR is forecast at 15.6 million, up from January but below last year.
• Sales volume is expected to fall 3.4% year over year to 1.185...
Q4 data highlights rising appeal of current-year used vehicles
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• Current model-year used vehicles averaged $6,370 less than new in Q4 2025.
• Three-year-old used prices hit record Q4 highs and longer selling times.
• Higher-mileage current-year units delivered...
Stellantis announces leadership change as NHTSA ends probe into 7.4 million vehicles
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• NHTSA closed its probe into 7.4 million Stellantis vehicles without ordering a recall.
• Stellantis will provide a 10-year extended warranty on affected model-year vehicles.
• The automaker named...
Americans show growing interest in Chinese cars, though few dealers want them
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Dealers should monitor consumer demand for lower-cost Chinese EVs, as 40% of buyers show interest.
Familiarity with brands like BYD is still limited, indicating a need for...
Tesla logs zero test miles as California robotaxi push stalls
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• Tesla logged zero autonomous test miles in California in 2025.
• The company has not applied for higher-level driverless permits.
• California deployment remains central to Tesla’s robotaxi strategy.
Tesla...
Government shutdown, used-car prices weigh on Hertz fourth-quarter results
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Used-car pricing and fleet management remain critical to Hertz’s profitability and affect resale values.
Higher vehicle depreciation and lower fleet utilization suggest dealers may see continued market...
UAW workers at Stellantis to miss 2025 profit-sharing payouts
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No UAW profit-sharing may impact workforce morale across Stellantis operations.
Ford and GM payouts create a competitive contrast in employee compensation.
Dealer labor relations may be more...
Trump touts car affordability, auto tax breaks during State of the Union
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Dealers should note that tax-deductible auto loan interest applies only to American-made vehicles, which may influence sales and customer inquiries.
Despite Trump’s claims, new-car prices have increased...
