TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%
TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%
TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%

Industry News

UAW, VW ratify contracts

UAW members at VW Chattanooga ratify first labor contracts with 96% approval

- February 20, 2026
On the Dash:  Higher labor costs could influence Volkswagen’s long-term pricing and production strategy. Unionization at a foreign-owned Southern plant may reshape competitive labor dynamics across OEMs. Stronger job protections...
USMCA

Trade commission to examine impact of USMCA

- February 20, 2026
On the Dash: Potential changes to USMCA rules could impact vehicle pricing, sourcing and availability across North American dealerships. Stricter content requirements may influence OEM production strategies, affecting inventory mix...
auto insurance rates

Auto insurance rates dip slightly to start 2026

- February 20, 2026
On the Dash: Auto insurance rates edged down nationally in January 2026, with full coverage averaging $178 per month. Vehicle technology, location and driver profile remain the primary factors shaping...
vehicle dependability issues rise

Vehicle dependability declines as software issues mount, JD Power finds

- February 19, 2026
On the Dash: Vehicle dependability has reached its highest problem level since the study redesign in 2022. Infotainment and mobile phone integration issues remain the top sources of owner complaints. ...
Trump, fuel

Trump administration rescinds EV fuel economy rule

- February 19, 2026
On the Dash: Rescinding the fuel content factor eases compliance burdens and reduces costs for automakers that supply dealers. Dealer EV inventory strategies may need adjustment as automakers balance gas-powered...
GM CEO Mary Barra

GM to invest $63M CAD in Oshawa for next-gen trucks

- February 19, 2026
On the Dash: GM will invest 63 million Canadian dollars in its Oshawa plant to support next-generation truck production. The move comes amid rising U.S.-Canada trade tensions and threats of...
Ford EV

Ford targets $30,000 EV with new battery strategy

- February 18, 2026
On the Dash: Ford aims to launch a $30,000 electric pickup in 2027 using a new EV platform. The company is cutting battery size, parts and assembly time to lower...
Stellantis taps former GM executive to lead North America purchasing, Marcelo Conti

Stellantis taps former GM executive to lead North America purchasing

- February 18, 2026
On the Dash: Supplier relations and purchasing discipline directly impact vehicle availability, incentives and production stability Leadership changes suggest Stellantis is prioritizing cost control and quality amid ongoing supply chain...
Jesse Jackson, minority dealers

Jesse Jackson dies at 84, leaving a lasting impact on minority auto dealers

- February 18, 2026
On the Dash: Jesse Jackson linked civil rights advocacy to dealership ownership and supplier access in the auto retail industry. His campaigns pressured automakers to expand minority representation in hiring...
Genuine Parts plans to split its automotive and industrial units into two

NAPA parent Genuine Parts plans to split automotive and industrial businesses

- February 17, 2026
On the Dash: Genuine Parts plans to separate its automotive and industrial businesses into two publicly traded companies. The automotive unit generated more than $15 billion in revenue in 2025,...
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