The talent factory: How to build F&I rockstars from within

Jason Becknell - April 28, 2026

Across the country, car dealerships are increasingly facing a new problem: finding and keeping the right people on staff. As veteran employees retire and customer expectations shift, dealers are rethinking...

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Ford and Geely explore U.S. technology collaboration as talks shift focus to Europe

Colin Fitzpatrick - April 27, 2026

On the Dash: Ford and Geely explored a U.S. technology partnership, but talks have stalled. Both companies are prioritizing a European deal focused on shared production and technology. Regulatory barriers...

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Toyota reports global vehicle sales fell 7.3% in March, blaming a slowdown in new RAV4 deliveries and shipping disruptions caused by the conflict in Iran.

Toyota sales slip for 2nd month amid Iran conflict, RAV4 model change

Jason Becknell - April 27, 2026

On the Dash: Toyota global sales fell 7.3% in March, the second consecutive monthly decline. RAV4 deliveries dropped nearly 50% in Q1 due to a planned model changeover at U.S....

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A wave of off-lease EVs is headed to used-car lots, giving budget shoppers new options while putting pressure on dealer profit margins.

Dealers brace for glut of used EVs as lease returns set to double

Jason Becknell - April 27, 2026

On the Dash: Over a million off-lease EVs will flood the used market by 2028, pressuring prices. Automakers face losses as returned vehicles sell below projected residual value It could...

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Hyundai extends EV charging unit warranty to 15 years despite ongoing defect concerns

Jaelyn Campbell - April 27, 2026

On the Dash: Extended warranty coverage may reduce customer friction but increase service traffic tied to ICCU diagnostics and repairs. Ongoing concerns about EV component reliability could affect buyer confidence...

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Chinese automakers eye U.S. market as global dominance grows

Jaelyn Campbell - April 27, 2026

While Chinese automakers are quickly entering global markets, the U.S. remains the only major country without direct sales. Despite existing regulatory and political hurdles, Michael Dunne, CEO of Dunne Insights, predicts...

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FTC crackdown pushes auto dealers to treat compliance as a core business function

Jaelyn Campbell - April 27, 2026

The Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) intensifying scrutiny of automotive advertising practices is forcing dealerships across the country to rethink how they approach pricing transparency, with industry experts alluding that the...

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Why a dealership’s dispatch is key to calming service department chaos

Jason Becknell - April 27, 2026

A dealership’s service department should function like a well-oiled machine, but order often falls into chaos as repair orders pile up, technicians self-manage their workload, and service advisors struggle to...

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FTC invites dealers to report potential pricing issues across the industry. Ford doubles down on U.S. Assembly as trade policies shift industry strategy. Carvana expands its dealership portfolio with a CDJR dealership in Ohio. New car sales drop 7.3% in April, but don't blame buyers. Cox Automotive to acquire Fullpath to expand AI-driven marketing.

Weekly roundup: FTC wants dealers to report deceptive pricing, Ford boosts U.S. assembly, Carvana expands dealership portfolio

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ICYMI: FTC invites dealers to report potential pricing issues across the industry. Ford doubles down on U.S. Assembly as trade policies shift industry strategy. Carvana expands its dealership portfolio with...

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Ford doubles down on U.S. assembly as trade policies shift industry strategy

Jaelyn Campbell - April 24, 2026

On the Dash: Ford’s domestic production advantage may become a stronger selling point as “Made in America” messaging gains traction. Policy-driven incentives could shift consumer demand toward U.S.-assembled vehicles Inventory...

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The talent factory: How to build F&I rockstars from within

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Toyota sales slip for 2nd month amid Iran conflict, RAV4 model change

Dealers brace for glut of used EVs as lease returns set to double

Hyundai extends EV charging unit warranty to 15 years despite ongoing defect concerns

Chinese automakers eye U.S. market as global dominance grows

FTC crackdown pushes auto dealers to treat compliance as a core business function

Why a dealership’s dispatch is key to calming service department chaos

Weekly roundup: FTC wants dealers to report deceptive pricing, Ford boosts U.S. assembly, Carvana expands dealership portfolio

Ford doubles down on U.S. assembly as trade policies shift industry strategy

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