New data from the 2025 Urban Science and Harris Poll Automotive Buyer Influence Study highlights a disconnect between dealerships & consumers

Dealers optimistic even as buyers remain cautious, study finds

Jaelyn Campbell - July 22, 2025

New data from the 2025 Urban Science and Harris Poll Automotive Buyer Influence Study highlights a widening disconnect between U.S. auto dealers and consumers. While most dealers feel more confident...

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GM reported a 34.5% decline in 2025 Q2 net income to $1.9 billion, primarily due to tariffs, warranty costs, and EV inventory adjustments

GM profits fall 35% in Q2 despite strong U.S. sales

Ashby Lincoln - July 22, 2025

General Motors reported a 34.5% decline in second-quarter 2025 net income to $1.9 billion, primarily due to tariffs, warranty costs, and EV inventory adjustments. Total revenue for the quarter came...

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Tesla settles Louisiana direct sales lawsuit

Jasmine Kiniklis - July 22, 2025

Tesla settled a lawsuit on Monday against the state of Louisiana and several auto dealerships and trade groups. The electric vehicle company challenged the state's 2017 ban on direct sales...

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Asbury Automotive Group has finalized its acquisition of The Herb Chambers Companies, expanding Asbury’s presence into the Northeast.

Asbury Automotive completes $1.45B acquisition of Herb Chambers Companies

Jaelyn Campbell - July 22, 2025

Asbury Automotive Group, one of the top U.S. automotive retail companies, has finalized its acquisition of The Herb Chambers Companies, the 16th-largest privately-owned dealership group in the country. The $1.45...

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UAW Local 140 approves charges to remove President Shawn Fain, citing misconduct and retaliation, as union tensions continue to escalate.

Warren UAW local approves charges to oust President Shawn Fain

Colin Fitzpatrick - July 22, 2025

UAW Local 140 in Warren, Michigan, has voted unanimously to approve internal charges against UAW President Shawn Fain, marking a pivotal step in a broader campaign to remove him from...

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New AI vehicle inspection tech reshapes how dealers evaluate, acquire, and protect vehicles

Jasmine Kiniklis - July 21, 2025

A new AI-driven vehicle inspection platform, developed by Israeli startup Click-Ins, is now available to U.S. insurers and dealers. The tool utilizes photogrammetry, 3D modeling, and AI to identify both...

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The resumption of student loan reporting has pushed many borrowers into subprime lending, reshaping risk metrics and tightening auto credit availability.

Auto loan market shifts as student loan delinquencies distort subprime scores

Jaelyn Campbell - July 21, 2025

The reactivation of student loan repayments in late 2024 is transforming the auto finance landscape, especially within the subprime credit segment. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York,...

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Stellantis reported a preliminary net loss of $2.7 billion for the first half of 2025, driven by weak North American sales.

Stellantis posts $2.7 billion loss amid weak demand, tariffs

Jaelyn Campbell - July 21, 2025

Stellantis reported a preliminary net loss of €2.3 billion ($2.7 billion) for the first half of 2025, driven by weak North American sales, program cancellations, and a €300 million tariff...

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NHTSA closes engine failure probe into nearly 455K Nissan vehicles

Ashby Lincoln - July 21, 2025

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has closed a preliminary investigation into 454,840 Nissan vehicles following a recall issued by the automaker in June. The probe, initiated in December...

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Rolls-Royce announced a $75 million investment to expand its engine manufacturing facility in Aiken, South Carolina.

Rolls-Royce invests $75 million to expand South Carolina engine plant

Ashby Lincoln - July 21, 2025

British automaker Rolls-Royce announced a $75 million investment to expand its engine manufacturing facility in Aiken, South Carolina, aimed at increasing production of its MTU Series 4000 engines. These engines...

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Dealers optimistic even as buyers remain cautious, study finds

GM profits fall 35% in Q2 despite strong U.S. sales

Tesla settles Louisiana direct sales lawsuit

Asbury Automotive completes $1.45B acquisition of Herb Chambers Companies

Warren UAW local approves charges to oust President Shawn Fain

New AI vehicle inspection tech reshapes how dealers evaluate, acquire, and protect vehicles

Auto loan market shifts as student loan delinquencies distort subprime scores

Stellantis posts $2.7 billion loss amid weak demand, tariffs

NHTSA closes engine failure probe into nearly 455K Nissan vehicles

Rolls-Royce invests $75 million to expand South Carolina engine plant

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