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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...
Mercedes-Benz recalled 12K EQB EVs

Mercedes-Benz recalls EQB EVs for third time over battery fire risk

- February 18, 2026
On the Dash: Mercedes-Benz is recalling nearly 12,000 EQB EVs in the U.S. for a third time to replace high-voltage batteries due to fire risk. Early battery cells from Farasis...
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...
electric buses

Taxpayers paid $8 million for electric buses that can’t run in the cold

- February 18, 2026
Here we go again. Another expensive lesson in what happens when political ambition outruns engineering reality, this time playing out in the dead of winter in Burlington, Vermont. Electric buses,...
Subaru Crosstrek Named the Most Dependable Small SUV in JD Power 2026 US Vehicle Dependability Study

Subaru Crosstrek named the most dependable small SUV in J.D. Power 2026 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study

- February 17, 2026
Subaru Crosstrek named The Most Dependable Small SUV in America Subaru Crosstrek also named top Small SUV in JD Power 2026 U.S. ALG Residual Value Awards for third consecutive year. ...
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...
U.S. light vehicles fall 4% in January amid incentive changes

U.S. light vehicles fall 4% in January amid incentive changes

- February 17, 2026
On the Dash: Dealers face lower sales volumes and reduced foot traffic due to seasonal disruptions and overall market softness. Rising incentive rates provide opportunities for dealers to stimulate demand...
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....
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