TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%


2026 NADA Show

Reynolds and Reynolds's Greg Uland shares how AI and operational tools are helping dealerships streamline processes at NADA Show 2026.

NADA Show 2026: Greg Uland | Reynolds and Reynolds

- February 4, 2026
CBT News brings viewers inside the action at NADA Show 2026 in Las Vegas, where industry leaders gather to discuss the future of automotive retail. In this exclusive interview, Jim...
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NADA Show 2026 spotlights fixed ops, efficiency and leadership as dealers look to protect profitability after a volatile year.

NADA Show 2026 reflects a back-to-basics year for dealers

- February 4, 2026
On the Dash: Dealers entering 2026 are prioritizing fixed operations and operational efficiency over volume-driven growth. Main Stage speakers at NADA Show 2026 emphasize leadership, resilience and execution amid tighter...
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JD Power projects 16.3 million new-vehicle sales in 2026 and unveils a unified platform strategy at the NADA Show.

JD Power projects 16.3M new-vehicle sales in 2026 to kick off NADA Show

- February 4, 2026
On the Dash: JD Power forecasts U.S. new-vehicle sales will total 16.3 million units in 2026, matching 2025 levels. Supply and demand dynamics are expected to be the primary driver...
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trust, loyalty

Trust is the new currency: Winning loyalty as the automotive industry evolves

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For decades, automotive retail followed a familiar rhythm. Consumers financed vehicles through dealerships, replaced them on predictable cycles, and returned to the dealership for service largely by default. That rhythm...
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CBT News to cover J.D. Power Auto Summit 2026

- February 3, 2026
On the Dash: The 2026 J.D. Power Auto Summit will offer dealers data‑driven insights on pricing, EV trends, inventory and franchise performance at the NADA Show. OEM leaders from Toyota,...
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A dealer-focused guide to navigating AI at the NADA Show 2026, highlighting where it matters most across sales, marketing, inventory, and service.

What dealers should focus on as AI takes center stage at NADA Show 2026

- February 3, 2026
On the Dash: • AI at NADA Show 2026 is focused on practical, demo-ready tools dealers can deploy now. • The strongest use cases center on efficiency, decision quality, and reduced operational...
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TrueCar

Scott Painter takes TrueCar private with $227M buyout, targets profitable growth

- February 3, 2026
TrueCar founder Scott Painter is back at the helm after leading a $227 million transaction to take the automotive marketplace private, marking a major reset for a brand that once...
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How digital titling is reshaping dealer operations, funding and fraud prevention

- February 3, 2026
Vehicle titling and registration has long been one of the most overlooked aspects of automotive retail — until something goes wrong, that is. Missing titles, delayed funding, expired temp tags...
Digital Retailing Publishing Partners
Mia Labs, NADA 2026

A CTO’s guide to the 5 questions dealers should be asking AI vendors at NADA 2026

- February 2, 2026
Every year, the NADA show unveils state-of-the-art technology with the ultimate goal of making dealerships more efficient for both their employees and their customers. So, in 2026, you can bet...
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Connectivity, AI

In a world of AI, connectivity is key

- February 2, 2026
Dealerships are complex ecosystems, where every action plays a role in shaping the customer journey and overall operations. Because of that, technology has become the backbone of dealerships, with digital...
EVs & Technology Publishing Partners


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