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%
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%
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artificial intelligence

David Kain shares insights on EVs, pricing, and dealer strategies as the automotive industry resets for 2026.

David Kain details strategies to increase customer trust and loyalty

- January 22, 2026
Dealership success increasingly depends on combining strategic vehicle acquisition, transparent pricing, and effective customer engagement. On today's episode of CBT Now, David Kain, president of Kain Advisory and a longtime...
CES 2026 highlights AI, autonomy and robotics as automakers pull back, giving robotaxi companies and mobility startups the spotlight.

Autonomy and AI dominate CES as traditional automakers fade

- January 9, 2026
Welcome back to the latest episode of “The Future of Automotive” on CBT News, where we put recent automotive and mobility news into the context of the broader themes impacting...
Tesla, Nvidia

Tesla CEO Musk shrugs off Nvidia’s autonomous push unveiled at CES

- January 8, 2026
On the Dash: Elon Musk says Nvidia’s new autonomous driving models will not pose serious competition to Tesla’s FSD technology for at least five to six years. The EV maker...
AI is reshaping search and the web economy, threatening traffic, revenue, and the future of content creation.

How AI could force a complete reinvention of the open web

- January 2, 2026
Welcome back to the latest episode of The Future of Automotive on CBT News, where we put recent automotive and mobility news into the context of the broader themes impacting the industry. I’m...
Joseph Michelli examines how AI is transforming the workplace customer experience and why human centered leadership remains essential

Joseph Michelli discusses AI trends reshaping workforce and customer experience

- December 30, 2025
As the year winds down, many businesses are focused on closing strong and setting up for the new year. On today's episode of CBT Now, Joseph Michelli, CEO of The...
Tesla shares surge toward record

Tesla shares surge toward record as AI optimism fuels rally

- December 16, 2025
On the Dash: Tesla shares closed near a record high after more than doubling from April lows. Investor optimism around AI and automation is driving the rally more than EV...
AI guides car buyers but creates misinformation, unrealistic expectations, and cross-market confusion for dealerships.

AI-informed buyers present new challenges for dealerships

- November 25, 2025
On the Dash: AI-informed buyers may arrive overconfident with outdated or inaccurate vehicle and pricing information. The technology can generate unrealistic negotiation and purchase expectations based on past market trends. ...
44% of car shoppers use AI tools, and 97% say AI influences their vehicle purchase decisions, Cars.com survey finds.

Consumers embrace AI, but still rely on dealerships for final purchase

- November 24, 2025
On the Dash: 44% of consumers use AI tools for vehicle research, and nearly all say it will influence purchase decisions. Shoppers trust artificial intelligence for early-stage research but still...
Mosaic Compliance Services' Jim Ganther shares compliance tips to help dealers reduce risk, protect profits, and strengthen processes.

Jim Ganther shares the biggest F&I compliance blind spots

- November 11, 2025
In a business where one small oversight can cost thousands, mastering compliance is as vital to profitability as closing the deal itself. On this episode of Training Camp, compliance expert...
Gen Z buyers are using AI to decode car contracts, spot hidden fees, and gain leverage, reshaping dealership negotiations.

Gen Z just outsmarted car dealers — and they’re using AI to do it

- October 22, 2025
There’s a new dynamic shaking up the auto industry, and car dealerships aren’t thrilled about it. Generation Z—the most digital generation yet—isn’t walking into showrooms unprepared. Instead, they’re bringing a...