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ABG187.710-7.04%
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TSLA435.790-6.31%
GM83.240-1.11%
F17.4400.79%
RIVN16.3001.1%
CYD56.7200.39%
HMC26.990-0.3%
TM189.950-1.89%
CVNA73.000-0.49%
PAG167.370-0.8%
LAD290.890-4.73%
AN187.720-6.02%
GPI316.340-10.09999%
ABG187.710-7.04%
SAH82.620-1.12%
TSLA435.790-6.31%
GM83.240-1.11%
F17.4400.79%
RIVN16.3001.1%
CYD56.7200.39%
HMC26.990-0.3%
TM189.950-1.89%
CVNA73.000-0.49%
PAG167.370-0.8%
LAD290.890-4.73%
AN187.720-6.02%
GPI316.340-10.09999%
ABG187.710-7.04%
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Lucid trims 2026 production

Lucid trims 2026 production forecast amid U.S. EV demand slowdown

- February 25, 2026
On the Dash: Slower 2026 production may limit the availability of high-demand models, especially the Gravity SUV, affecting dealer inventory planning. Supply chain improvements could stabilize deliveries, but cautious production...
New vehicle prices near $50,000 reflect regulatory mandates, compliance costs and tariffs, not dealer markups or supply issues.

Car prices aren’t high by accident — they’re the cost of government control

- February 24, 2026
Americans are paying more for new vehicles not because of greedy dealers or temporary market disruptions, but because the modern automobile has become a government-regulated platform. What once functioned as...
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...
negative equity

Dealers navigate negative equity, stabilizing market metrics in 2026– Jessica Caldwell | Edmunds 

- February 19, 2026
Jessica Caldwell, AVP of Insights at Edmunds, tells dealers on today’s episode of Inside Automotive that while the percentage of consumers trading in vehicles with negative equity isn’t at record...
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...
Ford, Chinese joint ventures

Ford CEO discusses potential joint ventures for Chinese automakers in the U.S.

- February 17, 2026
On the Dash: A JV framework could introduce Chinese-backed vehicles into the U.S. retail network under American-controlled partnerships. Increased global competition may pressure pricing, margins and inventory strategies at the...
Twin Pine Ford, Nolan Armpriester

Twin Pine Ford’s Nolan Armpriester bets big on fixed ops for 2026 growth

- February 17, 2026
While many dealership leaders rise through variable operations, Nolan Armpriester, General Manager at Twin Pine Ford of Hamburg, is leaning into what he believes is the most stable and scalable...
EV demand

EV demand drops 30%, forcing Detroit Three to cut investments

- February 16, 2026
On the Dash: Dealers should prepare for a renewed emphasis on internal combustion trucks and SUVs as OEMs rebalance production. Inventory mix and floorplan planning may shift as EV allocations...
Model e

Ford targets Model e profitability by 2029 amid EV strategy reset

- February 16, 2026
On the Dash: Ford’s shift toward affordable EVs under $40,000 could improve showroom traffic and volume opportunities. Lower-cost battery platforms and extended-range EVs may ease consumer range anxiety and inventory...

Weekly roundup: Canada courts Chinese EV makers, Cochran named NADA 2026 Chairman, Stellantis issues ‘do not drive’ alert for 225K US vehicles

- February 14, 2026
ICYMI: Canada courts Chinese EV makers to boost domestic auto production. Rob Cochran was named NADA 2026 Chairman. Ford posts its largest quarterly decline, but projects a rebound in 2026....