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CYD39.410-0.08%
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CVNA313.5481.45799%
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Industry News

Lotlinx, the auto industry’s first and only VIN Performance platform, appoints Randy Kobat as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO).

Lotlinx Appoints Randy Kobat as Chief Commercial Officer

- January 14, 2026
DETROIT (January 14, 2026) – Lotlinx, the auto industry’s first and only VIN Performance platform built to help dealers maximize profitability, announced today the appointment of Randy Kobat as Chief...
EPA will no longer assign dollar values to health benefits when regulating PM2.5 and ozone, marking a shift in federal air policy.

EPA revises air pollution analysis framework for power plant rules

- January 14, 2026
On the Dash: The EPA stopped monetizing health benefits when regulating PM2.5 and ozone pollutants. The change was disclosed in a preliminary version of a new power plant emissions rule...
Ford Bronco RTR

Ford expands Bronco lineup with more accessible RTR model

- January 14, 2026
On the Dash: Ford is adding a new performance-focused Bronco positioned below the Raptor. The Bronco RTR aims to offer off-road capability at a lower price point than the Raptor. ...
EasyCare (an APCO Holdings brand) CEO Tony Wanderon explains how dealers can protect margins, boost retention, and drive profitability in 2026.

EasyCare’s Tony Wanderon on shifting F&I from transactions to long-term value

- January 14, 2026
Industry forecasts suggest dealerships may face one of their most challenging operating environments in 2026, with new-vehicle sales softening, affordability pressures rising, and operating costs continuing to climb. On the...
GM economic impact

GM highlights US economic impact as it opens new Detroit HQ

- January 13, 2026
On the Dash: GM says it contributed nearly $50 billion to U.S. GDP in 2024, with a total economic footprint of $134 billion. The automaker has invested $60 billion domestically...
Newsom proposes $200M in EV incentives

Newsom proposes $200M in EV incentives amid industry pullback

- January 12, 2026
On the Dash: California Gov. Newsom announced $200 million in state-backed EV incentives, but the per-vehicle incentive amount has not yet been determined. U.S. EV sales have fallen sharply since...
Volkswagen says Trump’s 25% auto tariffs violate USMCA commitments and urges tariff relief ahead of the trade pact’s 2026 review.

Volkswagen argues Trump auto tariffs violate USMCA commitments

- January 12, 2026
On the Dash: Volkswagen said Trump’s 25% auto tariffs violate commitments made under the USMCA. The automaker urged tariff relief instead of stricter rules of origin during the 2026 review. ...
Lithia Motors

Lithia Motors to pay $300k in Alaska settlement over car pricing allegations

- January 8, 2026
On the Dash: Lithia Motors agreed to pay $300,000 and provide restitution in a pricing settlement with Alaska regulators. The state alleged dealerships failed to include dealer fees in advertised...
CarMax lowers prices, trims margins, and increases marketing to boost used-car sales after declining revenue and earnings in 2025.

CarMax cuts prices, increases marketing to boost used-car sales in 2026

- January 8, 2026
On the Dash: CarMax will lower used-vehicle prices and margins while increasing marketing to drive unit sales in 2026. Third-quarter fiscal 2026 results showed net sales down 6.9% and earnings...
Ford, rear-view cameras

Ford posts best US sales since 2019 as trucks, hybrids offset EV slowdown

- January 7, 2026
On the Dash: Ford’s U.S. sales rose 6% in 2025 to 2.2 million vehicles, its strongest annual result since 2019. Strong F-Series and hybrid sales helped offset EV declines and...
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