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GPI250.8704.45%
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SAH65.9202.26%
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GM83.9501.75%
F13.180-0.03%
RIVN15.3600.37%
CYD35.040-0.36%
HMC32.5300.33%
TM192.5000.97%
CVNA67.2002.09%
PAG212.160-0.45%
LAD316.150-0.12%
AN168.7600.47%
GPI250.8704.45%
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CA, EV mandate

California pushes ahead on EV mandates as Detroit automakers reengage regulators

- February 25, 2026
While Washington has pulled back on electric vehicle mandates and emissions enforcement, California is moving in the opposite direction—and the nation’s largest automakers are paying close attention. This week, executives...
AI, microchip shortage

AI boom may trigger the next auto chip shortage

- February 24, 2026
On the Dash:  Rising DRAM costs could pressure vehicle pricing, particularly on ADAS- and tech-heavy models. Premium brands and EV makers may face greater production risk due to higher memory...

Weekly roundup: Trump imposes 10% global tariff, Ford mulls Chinese joint ventures, Jesse Jackson dies at 84

- February 21, 2026
ICYMI: The Detroit 3 cut back investment after U.S. EV demand drops 30%. Ford CEO Jim Farley discussed a potential joint venture with Chinese automakers for U.S. production. Rev. Jesse...
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...
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...
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...
CarMax named one of TIME’s America’s Most Iconic Companies

CarMax named one of TIME’s America’s Most Iconic Companies

- February 16, 2026
RICHMOND, VA, Feb. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, has been recognized by TIME Magazine as one of America’s Most Iconic...
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...
Affordability drives surge in entry-level vehicle sales

Affordability pressures reshape dealership inventories

- February 13, 2026
On the Dash: Dealers should stock faster-turning base trims to meet growing affordability-driven demand. Base trims have lower per-unit gross, but higher turnover can maintain overall profitability. Understanding price-sensitive buyers...
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